Equipment Operator - Streets

City of Westminster • Full-time • Westminster, MD, US • $17 - $23 / hour • 1m ago

All candidates are required to apply on the City's website:

https://www.westminstermd.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=103&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Streets-Equipment-Operator-I-or-II-423

City of Westminster, MD -- Streets Equipment Operator I or II

Are you someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating equipment, and making a visible difference in your community?

In this hands-on role, Street Equipment Operators will operate a wide range of equipment and contribute to essential City services, including roadway maintenance, landscaping, facilities support, and public safety response.

Essential Responsibilities

Operate equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, front-end loaders, bobcats with attachments, pavers, rollers, street sweepers, snowplows, tractors, and related tools
Perform roadway maintenance, including asphalt and concrete work, striping, signage installation, and traffic control
Conduct landscaping and grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, tree planting/removal, and park upkeep
Assist with trash collection, litter control, and transport of materials to disposal sites
Support building and facility maintenance, including minor repairs, painting, and carpentry
Install and maintain storm drains, pipes, and related infrastructure
Assist with preparation and cleanup for City events and programs
Perform snow and ice removal, including plowing, salting, and sidewalk clearing
Maintain equipment and report malfunctions or safety concerns

Training and Career Development

The City supports employee growth and skill development. Candidates may already possess equipment experience or demonstrate a strong willingness to learn.

Paid on-the-job training
City-sponsored Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) acquisition
OSHA and safety certifications
Advancement to higher-level operator roles

Compensation and Benefits

The City offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and long-term financial security:

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision) with at least 80% employer contribution
Multiple retirement and pension plan options
City-paid life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Equipment Operator I: $17.76/hr - $19.00 (DOE) – no CDL required at hire; must obtain Class A CDL within one year.
Equipment Operator II: $21.11/hr - $23.00 (DOE) – CDL Class A + Sedimentation and Erosion Control Certification required.

This position offers opportunities for additional earnings through overtime, particularly during:

Evenings and weekends
City-sponsored events and activities
Weather-related operations and emergency response

Employees who are flexible and available during these times may significantly increase their earnings.

Work Environment and Culture

Positive, team-oriented collaboration
Respectful and engaged leadership
A learning-focused environment
Meaningful work with visible, immediate impact on the community

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
One (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Ability to safely operate or learn to operate heavy equipment
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to obtain a Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements within a specified timeframe

Final candidates must successfully complete the following in accordance with City policy:

Background investigation
Drug and alcohol screening (including random testing for CDL-required positions)
Physical examination
Driving record review

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of all pre-employment requirements.

Physical and Work Conditions

This position requires heavy physical labor, including lifting, climbing, bending, and prolonged standing or walking. Work is performed outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, precipitation, noise, and other elements. Use of personal protective equipment is required.

The City of Westminster commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state, and federal laws. The City’s policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, country of origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, or status in any other group protected by federal/state/local law. False or misleading statements on this form are grounds for termination of the application process or, if discovered after employment, termination of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.76 - $23.00 per hour

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