Parker, Colorado, United States · On-site
$52k–$78k/yr
Equipment Operator I Employment Type: 0 - Full-time Regular Pay Range: $52,197.00 - 78,295.00 Location: Castle Rock, CO or Parker, CO Overtime Exempt: N Elected Office / Department: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS This is wor…
Skills: Heavy Equipment Operation, Road Maintenance, CDL Class B, CDL Class A, Traffic Flagging
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Operate and maintain a wide variety of county vehicles and heavy equipment for road maintenance and construction tasks. Respond to emergency situations such as blizzards and floods while providing traffic control and customer service.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid State of Colorado CDL Class B license upon hire. Candidates must possess a Flagger Certification and be able to perform strenuous physical labor.
Equipment Operator I
Employment Type: 0 - Full-time Regular
Pay Range: $52,197.00 - 78,295.00
Location: Castle Rock, CO or Parker, CO
Overtime Exempt: N
Elected Office / Department: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
This is work responsible for operating and maintaining County vehicles, heavy equipment, and performing manual labor activities. CLICK HERE to see more of what we do!
Generally, the hiring range is $52,197-$65,246 annually. Qualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position will be taken into consideration when determining hiring salary.
Opportunities for overtime may be available and sometimes required. Overtime is at 1.5 times the employee's hourly rate after 40 hours worked in a week.
This position requires a CDL (Commercial Drivers License) Class B at minimum, higher compensation is considered for a CDL Class A. If hired with a CDL Class B, employees are typically eligible for additional compensation after obtaining a CDL Class A.
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future is important to us.
Douglas County offers a comprehensive benefits package — including medical,
dental, vision, and retirement plans — plus a wide range of additional
resources to support your health, growth, and overall well-being. View the full Employee Benefits Guide
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS: WORK ENVIRONMENT: Physical Work Environment: Exposure to weather, noise, vibration, confined/restricted working environment, and platform for movement. Working in roadways or constructions zones.
Physical Demands: Ability to perform continuous strenuous physical labor for up to 10 hours a day. (May exceed 12 hours during times of snow removal or construction or emergency situations.) Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently. Climbing, balancing, stooping, standing, walking, walking on uneven terrain, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, fingering, and feeling.
Material and Equipment Directly Used: Office equipment, basic hand tools, power tools and small motorized equipment, and a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 5:59PM MST. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected.
The job details outlined in this posting may represent a modified summary of the full job description. For a full copy of the job description CLICK HERE to view our job classifications.
In the event of an emergency/disaster in or near the County, all County employees are expected to make every effort to be available to assist the County Manager, Elected/Appointed Officials and Department Directors to ensure the continued operation of any and all necessary County functions. This may mean being available to perform additional duties and hours beyond what is normally required. In the event that an exempt employee does work more than 40 hours a week in support of County operations during an emergency, such employee may receive overtime or other appropriate wage compensation in accordance with existing County policies or at the discretion of the County.
Honor * Service * Valor
It is our Vision to be the leader in courageous and compassionate public safety. Our Mission is Partnering with the community in our unwavering commitment to safeguard life, rights, and property, while enforcing the law fairly. We will be accountable, transparent, and respectful as we adapt our training and resources to meet the evolving needs of Douglas County. We hold our Values in the highest regard; Honor * Service * Valor
Offices: 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, Colorado 80109, US
Honor * Service * Valor
It is our Vision to be the leader in courageous and compassionate public safety. Our Mission is Partnering with the community in our unwavering commitment to safeguard life, rights, and property, while enforcing the law fairly. We will be accountable, transparent, and respectful as we adapt our training and resources to meet the evolving needs of Douglas County. We hold our Values in the highest regard; Honor * Service * Valor
Offices: 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, Colorado 80109, US
