Utility Operator

City of Westminster • Full-time • Westminster, MD, US • $17 - $21 / hour • 1m ago

Utilities Equipment Operator I or II
Utilities Department

Start a stable, hands-on career maintaining the infrastructure that keeps a community running. These entry to mid-level role offers paid training, skill development, and long-term growth in a high-demand field.

This is a safety-sensitive, essential position:

Must respond during emergencies and severe weather
Must work assigned shifts and on-call rotations
Subject to CDL drug and alcohol testing

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and learn to use equipment (backhoes, loaders, skid steers, dump trucks, tools)
Assist with construction, maintenance, and repair of water, sewer, stormwater, and fiber systems
Perform digging, backfilling, site restoration, and clean-up
Help locate underground utilities and support safe excavation
Respond to service calls and emergencies
Use mobile tools to track and document work
Maintain equipment and follow safety procedures

Work Conditions

Outdoor work in all weather conditions
Exposure to noise, mud, and sewer environments
On-call rotation required
Occasional nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency response

Education and Skills:

High school diploma or GED
Interest in learning equipment operation and utility systems
Ability to perform physical work and work outdoors year-round
Strong reliability and safety mindset
Team-oriented with willingness to learn

Pay & Benefits

Operator I: Starting at $17.77/hour - $18.50/hour (DOE)
Operator II: Starting $21.11/hour - $22.40/hour (DOE)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid leave (holiday, vacation, sick, personal, birthday)
Retirement plans (401(a) + 457)
Maryland State Pension (required participation)
Life and disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Free Westminster Family Center membership

Licenses & Certifications

Valid driver’s license required
CDL (tank + air brake) must obtain within 1 year (training supported): Start as Operator I
CDL obtained? Start as Operator II
Additional certifications provided on the job (water/sewer, confined space, flagger, CPR/AED)

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 - $21.11 per hour

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