Equipment Operator II - Mountain Parks - Denver Parks and Recreation

Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

About the role

Denver Parks & Recreation is seeking a full-time Park Operations Equipment Operator II whose focus will be on waste collection in parks along with other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Operate light- to medium-sized industrial equipment such as trash trucks, a bobcat, dump trucks, etc. while performing parks maintenance operations and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of equipment and a variety of tools
• Inspect equipment for items affecting its safe operation and complete a pre/post-trip inspection as defined by federal guidelines; perform preventative maintenance, basic maintenance, and minor repairs to equipment
• Observe on-board instruments while operating equipment and take routine corrective action if malfunctions are indicated
• Keep trip records and logs, report defects, accidents, damages, or traffic violations
• Perform various park maintenance and landscaping duties such as trash and debris removal, graffiti removal, repairs in response to vandalism, power washing, etc.
• Interact with the public in a courteous and respectful manner; form strong and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Perform snow removal operations when necessary

Requirements

• Three (3) years of general labor experience which must include two (2) years of experience operating light to medium sized equipment
• Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET, or TASC Certificate
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements at the time of application
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "A") at time of application
• CDL Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of hire
• Manual transmission endorsement within 6 months of hire
• Successfully pass in-person performance assessment as part of the interview process
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work various hours including weekends and holidays

Skills

• Experience with parks maintenance operations and basic construction knowledge
• Adept with safety considerations
• Skilled in building strong working relationships
• Leadership skills
• Team player who displays integrity, a positive attitude, and an eagerness to lead and learn

Benefits

• Guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Pay

New hires are typically brought into the organization between $25.30 - $31.63/hour based on experience and education. Target pay range is $25.30 - $37.96/hour.

Schedule

• Typically works 4, 10-hour days, Monday – Friday (6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
• Variable hours, including occasional weekend and holiday shifts

Location

On site at 300 Union Avenue, Morrison, CO, 80465.

Denver Parks & Recreation values diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience. The department is committed to examining policies and processes to eliminate barriers to inclusion, identify inequities, and implement strategies for equitable outcomes.