Equipment Operator I or II - Road & Bridge - North West District "Bond, CO" - $27.80+!
- Eagle County Government
- Eagle, Colorado
- Full Time
Equipment Operator I or II - Road & Bridge - North West District "Bond, CO" - $27.80+!
This listing closes on 10/25/2025 at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (US & Canada).
Employer
Eagle County Government
Salary
$27.80 - $33.01 Hourly
Location
Eagle, CO
Division
Road and Bridge
Closing Date
10/25/2025 at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (US & Canada)
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
Equipment Operator I: Hiring Range: $27-$29.68. The maximum pay for this position is $34.10.
Equipment Operator II: Hiring Range: $29-$32.05. The maximum for this position is $37.39.
$2500 Sign-On Bonus!
*Housing Available!
Join a team that is passionate about keeping the roads clean and safe for Eagle County. This position is located in the North West - Bond, McCoy area up the Colorado River Road. Eagle County Government is looking for an Equipment Operator I or II to join the Road & Bridge team. Position placement will depend on experience. This position will maintain and operate light and heavy equipment used in the operation of the county's maintenance and construction projects.
One year of experience operating light construction equipment is preferred and the ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License within 6 months of the hire date is required for an Equipment Operator I while Equipment Operator II requires 2 years of experience and must already have a Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License.
The work duties are located across the Eagle Valley area, but is based out of the Maintenance Service Center in Gypsum. Qualified candidates must be able to respond to on-call situations within 30 minutes of receiving notice. This position requires shift work and potential for varied schedules, but generally works 4x10 hour days in the summer, 6am-4:30pm and Mon-Fri, 6am-2:30pm in winter.
*Applicants are encouraged to apply by August 28th, however, the position will remain open until filled.
Operator I Duties
Operates equipment associated with the construction, reconstruction, and maintenance of county roads and bridges, and snow removal.
Cleans, services and makes minor repairs to assigned equipment including checking for leaks, broken parts, and correct fluid levels; reports equipment problems to supervisor.
Operates a variety of small hand tools.
Performs manual work associated with equipment operations.
Completes daily work reports and repairs on equipment.
Directs traffic at work site.
Safely perform duties and maintain awareness of others in work area.
Required to respond to duty calls during off-hours if contacted by the county. May be placed on official on-call duty at various times.
Performs other related duties as required.
Operator II Duties
All duties of an Operator I and....
Operates equipment associated with dust suppressant application and other grading.
Advises Fleet Department of servicing and maintenance needs of county vehicles and equipment including trucks, tractors, and light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
Ensures all workers maintain a safe work area.
Serves as lead worker for a crew in the absence of a Supervisor; trains workers in the safe operation of equipment; monitors and inspects work in progress to ensure timely completion.
Performs other related duties as required.
Operator I Qualifications
Required:
Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
Valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date.
May be required to obtain additional certifications depending on area of assignment. Certifications related to gravel, traffic control, or asphalt maintenance.
Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy materials, supplies, and equipment (25-50 lbs.) frequently and lift heavy materials, supplies, and equipment (50-100 lbs.) occasionally.
Work requires continued walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
Ability to use tools and equipment that require a high degree of dexterity.
Ability to work in an environment that has frequent exposure to dirt, dust, extremes of temperature, and noxious fumes and odors; exposed to hazards associated with equipment, machinery, and ungraded terrain at construction sites and moving vehicles on roadways.
Ability to operate machinery and equipment associated with road maintenance, and match equipment operation to situation. Use equipment to perform a wide variety of tasks with accuracy and precision.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions in order to operate machinery and other equipment.
Ability to learn to use machinery or equipment in order to perform more advanced tasks.
Interpersonal skills are necessary to be courteous towards fellow employees, citizens, and businesses while performing repair and duties.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
Preferred:
One year of experience operating light construction equipment or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certifications related to gravel, traffic control, or asphalt maintenance.
Operator II Qualifications
All of the qualifications of an Operator I and...
Two years of experience operating heavy and light construction equipment and a high school diploma or any equivalent combination of experience, education and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Passing a skills test to prove you have the required skills necessary for an Equipment Operator II
Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License with 6 months and a satisfactory motor vehicle record. May be required to obtain additional certifications depending on the area(s) of assignment.
Knowledge of machinery, equipment, repairs, and procedures used in road maintenance.
Ability to orally direct and guide the work of other employees.
Employer
Eagle County Government
Address
500 Broadway Street
Eagle, Colorado, 81631
This listing closes on 10/25/2025 at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (US & Canada).
Employer
Eagle County Government
Salary
$27.80 - $33.01 Hourly
Location
Eagle, CO
Division
Road and Bridge
Closing Date
10/25/2025 at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (US & Canada)
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
Equipment Operator I: Hiring Range: $27-$29.68. The maximum pay for this position is $34.10.
Equipment Operator II: Hiring Range: $29-$32.05. The maximum for this position is $37.39.
$2500 Sign-On Bonus!
*Housing Available!
Join a team that is passionate about keeping the roads clean and safe for Eagle County. This position is located in the North West - Bond, McCoy area up the Colorado River Road. Eagle County Government is looking for an Equipment Operator I or II to join the Road & Bridge team. Position placement will depend on experience. This position will maintain and operate light and heavy equipment used in the operation of the county's maintenance and construction projects.
One year of experience operating light construction equipment is preferred and the ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License within 6 months of the hire date is required for an Equipment Operator I while Equipment Operator II requires 2 years of experience and must already have a Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License.
The work duties are located across the Eagle Valley area, but is based out of the Maintenance Service Center in Gypsum. Qualified candidates must be able to respond to on-call situations within 30 minutes of receiving notice. This position requires shift work and potential for varied schedules, but generally works 4x10 hour days in the summer, 6am-4:30pm and Mon-Fri, 6am-2:30pm in winter.
*Applicants are encouraged to apply by August 28th, however, the position will remain open until filled.
Operator I Duties
Operates equipment associated with the construction, reconstruction, and maintenance of county roads and bridges, and snow removal.
Cleans, services and makes minor repairs to assigned equipment including checking for leaks, broken parts, and correct fluid levels; reports equipment problems to supervisor.
Operates a variety of small hand tools.
Performs manual work associated with equipment operations.
Completes daily work reports and repairs on equipment.
Directs traffic at work site.
Safely perform duties and maintain awareness of others in work area.
Required to respond to duty calls during off-hours if contacted by the county. May be placed on official on-call duty at various times.
Performs other related duties as required.
Operator II Duties
All duties of an Operator I and....
Operates equipment associated with dust suppressant application and other grading.
Advises Fleet Department of servicing and maintenance needs of county vehicles and equipment including trucks, tractors, and light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
Ensures all workers maintain a safe work area.
Serves as lead worker for a crew in the absence of a Supervisor; trains workers in the safe operation of equipment; monitors and inspects work in progress to ensure timely completion.
Performs other related duties as required.
Operator I Qualifications
Required:
Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
Valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date.
May be required to obtain additional certifications depending on area of assignment. Certifications related to gravel, traffic control, or asphalt maintenance.
Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy materials, supplies, and equipment (25-50 lbs.) frequently and lift heavy materials, supplies, and equipment (50-100 lbs.) occasionally.
Work requires continued walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
Ability to use tools and equipment that require a high degree of dexterity.
Ability to work in an environment that has frequent exposure to dirt, dust, extremes of temperature, and noxious fumes and odors; exposed to hazards associated with equipment, machinery, and ungraded terrain at construction sites and moving vehicles on roadways.
Ability to operate machinery and equipment associated with road maintenance, and match equipment operation to situation. Use equipment to perform a wide variety of tasks with accuracy and precision.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions in order to operate machinery and other equipment.
Ability to learn to use machinery or equipment in order to perform more advanced tasks.
Interpersonal skills are necessary to be courteous towards fellow employees, citizens, and businesses while performing repair and duties.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
Preferred:
One year of experience operating light construction equipment or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certifications related to gravel, traffic control, or asphalt maintenance.
Operator II Qualifications
All of the qualifications of an Operator I and...
Two years of experience operating heavy and light construction equipment and a high school diploma or any equivalent combination of experience, education and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Passing a skills test to prove you have the required skills necessary for an Equipment Operator II
Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License with 6 months and a satisfactory motor vehicle record. May be required to obtain additional certifications depending on the area(s) of assignment.
Knowledge of machinery, equipment, repairs, and procedures used in road maintenance.
Ability to orally direct and guide the work of other employees.
Employer
Eagle County Government
Address
500 Broadway Street
Eagle, Colorado, 81631
Job ID: 491061818
Originally Posted on: 8/28/2025
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