Streets/ Heavy Equipment Operator II *Transitional housing may be available*

About the role

Work as a part of a tight knit streets team while operating all Street Department vehicles and heavy equipment for the purpose of street repair, snow removal and storm drain installation and maintenance, consistent with the organization’s values and mission statement.

Supervision Exercised and Received: This position works under the direct supervision of the Streets Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Equipment used: Front End Loader, Motor Grader, Backhoe, Snow Cat, Sweeper, Dump Truck, Water Truck, Skid Steer, Roller.
• Equipment Operation: Operates and maintains all kinds of heavy equipment and vehicles in performing job duties. Performs pre-trip inspections and fills out daily inspection sheets. Fuels, lubricates and performs minor repairs as necessary. Keeps the equipment clean and in good operating order.
• Sign Maintenance: Maintains inventory of necessary material for street signs. Installs and/or repairs street signs and performs other duties related to sign maintenance as required or assigned.
• Summer Work: Repairs streets by means of removing and replacing asphalt, crack sealing, Skid steer attached asphalt paver machine or other practices. Sweeps and/or flushes streets daily. Assists in evaluating streets for the Pavement Management Program. Paints crosswalks. Flags traffic for normal work zones or emergencies.
• Winter Work: Plows and/or removes snow from City streets, alleys, Widens streets using loader mounted snow blower or motor grader. Performs anti-icing and de-icing operations and sands streets as necessary. Cuts ice pack from City streets and alleys. Sweeps and/or flushes streets (weather permitting) in an effort to maintain an acceptable PM10 level in the City. Operates Crafco asphalt patching equipment for pothole and pavement repair. Night work may be required during this period.
• Emergency Response: Must be available during periods of emergency for 24-hour call-out in the winter months and occasional periods in the summer. This includes snow removal operations, sweeping and flushing for high pollution days, monitoring mudslides and high water, sandbagging, and cleanup of debris, fallen trees, and/or sign repairs.
• Special Projects: May be required to support special events during holidays, such as the 4th of July parade.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: Two (2) to Five (5) years of experience as an equipment operator.
• Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire. Must have either a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement, heavy equipment operator certifications, or at least two years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook (Email).

Qualifications

• Knowledge: Knowledge of machines, heavy equipment, safety regulations, and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance; able to perform repairs when necessary.
• Maintenance: Ability to operate and perform maintenance on required equipment in a safe and responsible manner.

Skills

• Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments.
• Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.
• Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.
• Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen’s unique culture, opportunities, and challenges.
• Communication: Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication. Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication.
• Interpersonal: Works to develop strength in interpersonal skills. Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization.
• Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.

Benefits

• $3,000 Sign On Bonus – Paid in Full on Your First Paycheck
• Start your CDL; the City covers your initial CDL training within your first six months*
• City offers carpool van for all down valley commuters, carpool travels as far as Rifle
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team in a positive work environment
• Make a real impact in the Aspen community through meaningful public service
• Enjoy flexible schedules and a collaborative, supportive team environment
• Access generous paid time off, holidays, and wellness bonuses
• Take advantage of free or discounted transportation around Aspen and the Valley
• Grow your skills with professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Protect your health with medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs
• Earn monetary wellness bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices
• Plan for the future with competitive retirement options (Social Security, 401a, 457b, Roth IRA) and life/disability insurance