About The Role

Unclassified

Department

Transportation

About the Position

Bring your skills and experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator to Maricopa County!

In this role, you will work with a team dedicated to ensuring public services are provided promptly and efficiently. You will operate County equipment and vehicles to help construct and maintain roads, properties, and other related structures.

About Us

We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98,% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require

Three years of experience operating trucks and equipment
High school diploma or GED
A valid Arizona Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a tanker endorsement
State and federal regulations require Maricopa County to conduct a pre-employment safety history investigation for all positions that require an applicant to possess a commercial driver’s license (CDL). Maricopa County is also required to conduct a pre-employment safety history investigation for positions that directly impact commercial motor vehicle safety, but may not specifically require a valid CDL

We Also Value

Experience transporting equipment along with operating/driving the following: motor grader, backhoe, frontend loader, distributor trucks, and various types of small equipment.

Job Contributions

Operate a variety of medium to large-sized construction and maintenance equipment/vehicles in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures
Plan and prioritize work tasks; read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications
Perform pre- and post-checks, clean, service, and minor maintenance repairs on equipment/vehicles. Identify and report mechanical problems requiring additional repair
Complete required daily logs and prepare reports; enter information in the asset management system (Cartegraph). Attend safety meetings, other required meetings, and mandatory training
Perform heavy manual labor assignments as needed and assist with work for crews as required
Haul materials and transport vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks and transporters
Other job duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Exerting 50 - 100 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 - 20 pounds constantly
Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration
Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel

CDL Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will be extended exclusively to candidates who submit their applications through our online platform
Candidates will primarily be contacted via email, and their Workday online application profile
Successful candidates must undergo a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation, as required by statute or policy. This process includes mandatory drug and alcohol testing for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Selection Procedure

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

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