Full Time Machine Operator Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $41,995.00 - $67,275.00 Annually
Location : Annapolis
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600258
Department: Streets
Opening Date: 07/10/2026
Closing Date: 7/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Equipment Operator I - Streets is the entry level in the Equipment Operator classification series performing routine equipment operations work. Incumbents in this class work under close supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees routinely assist other staff in performing work of greater complexity in preparation for advancement to the intermediate level of Equipment Operator II.
Classes in this series provide skilled craft work in the safe and efficient operation of light equipment, hand and power tools, maintenance, and repair for a variety of assignments in all fields of public works equipment operator projects in compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and City ordinances. This class is distinguished from the Equipment Operator II class, which performs highly complex equipment operations work with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Functions
Equipment Operations & Field Maintenance

• Machinery Operation: Operates trucks and construction or power equipment such as mechanized broom sweepers, side arm mowers, backhoes, man-lifts, dump trucks, road graders, front-end loaders, jet vacuum trucks, jackhammers, mowers, brush chippers, and other small equipment and tools to maintain a variety of street, utility, and other systems for assigned areas of work.
• Logistics Support: Transports and unloads various equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Preventative Service: Operates, washes, services, and makes minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
• Defect Reporting: Reports the need for equipment maintenance or repair directly to assigned supervisors.

Safety, Compliance & Training

• Operational Monitoring: Monitors daily operations to ensure health and safety requirements are actively met.
• Regulatory Alignment: Strict adherence to appropriate departmental, National, and City safety standards.
• Skills Development: Participates in safety-related training, including confined space, trench working conditions, and the safe handling of hazardous materials.
• Seasonal Operations: Actively participates in required seasonal public works activities, including winter snow removal operations.

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical Frameworks: Knowledge of the principles and techniques of equipment operation requirements, alongside applicable National codes and City ordinances for assigned areas of work.
• Logistical Transport: Knowledge of transportation procedures pertaining to the safe operation and transport of heavy public works equipment.
• Safety Protocols: Knowledge of the handling of hazardous materials and other critical safety standards.
• Digital Tools: Knowledge of applicable computer technology and software programs used in daily assignments.
• Code Compliance: Skill in the use of assigned equipment for areas of work to ensure strict compliance with applicable rules, regulations, standards, and codes.
• Tool Handling: Ability to perform basic operation of machines and tools and their standard usage within maintenance functions.
• Legal Interpretation: Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations governing municipal equipment operator requirements.
• Professional Relations: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, colleagues, developers, contractors, and the general public.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Experience: One (1) year of professional experience in the operation of light power and medium duty motor equipment for an assigned area of work.
• Licensure: Possession of a valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with mandatory endorsements.

Special Qualifications

• CDL Mandate: Maintenance of a CDL may be required immediately upon appointment for specific assigned operational areas (such as dump trucks, street sweepers, and comparable large equipment).

Employment Conditions
Physical/Mental Demands:

• Situational Judgement: Incumbents are required to exercise a reasonable degree of judgment within established procedures to adjust safely to various real-world situations, such as traffic, shifting road conditions, utility lines, and adverse weather conditions.

Work Environment:

• Mixed Environment: Work is performed in an office environment with frequent field trips to locations throughout the city for various reasons associated with assignments.
• Non-Conventional Hours: Meeting or project requirements may require working flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Summary of Benefits for AFSCME CLERICAL & TECH #3162
Work Hours: Minimum 35 hour work week, depending upon department operations.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per calendar year.
Personal Leave: 3 personal days per calendar year (cannot be carried over).
Sick Leave: 15 days sick leave per calendar year, with unlimited accumulation.
Final sick leave balance is eligible for additional service credit towards retirement once eligibility requirements
have been met.
Annual Leave: Annual leave accumulates per calendar year as noted below (may carry over to the next calendar year 5 days of annual leave per year of service up to a maximum of 30 days).
Years of Service Days of Annual Leave
1 through 2 15 days
2 through 9 18 days
10 through 19 20 days
Longevity Leave: Longevity leave is in addition to the annual leave noted above. It cannot be paid out or carried over and must be used before your next anniversary:
Years of Service Days
20 through 24 1 day
25 through 29 2 days
30 or more 3 days
Health Insurance Plans (75% City Paid and 25% Employee Paid, unless otherwise noted):

• Medical and Prescription Drug (HDHP, EPO, Core, Plus)
• Dental (Core and Plus)
• Vision (Core and Plus)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (HDHP only)
• Short-Term Disability (100% City paid)
• Long-Term Disability (100% Employee paid)
• Core Life and AD&D Insurance for Employee (100% City paid)
• Optional Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and Dependents (100% Employee paid)
• Legal Benefit (100% Employee paid)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - up to 3 confidential visits with a counselor for the employee, spouse, and their dependents
• VEBA/RMSA: A Retiree Medical Savings Account (RMSA) is an individual investment account held in Trust to help employees save for Retiree Health Care costs (can be used after retirement or separation of employment with the City).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - up to 3 confidential visits with a counselor for the employee, spouse, and their dependents

Retirement Plans: 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans with MissionSquare, Nationwide Retirement Solutions or Voya Financial
Maryland State Retirement System (Civil Service):

• 7% employee contribution
• Full vesting rights after 10 years of service credit
• Full Service Retirement - Rule of 90 (sum of Age and Eligibility Service must equal 90 or Age 65 with 10 Years Eligibility Service

Employee Rewards & Recognition program
Eligible to join the State Employees Credit Union (SECU)
Please Note: This document is intended to be a brief summary only. Please refer to the individual plan documents, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System for additional details specific to your benefits.
REVISED 2023-08-24
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?

• I possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• I do not possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

02
Do you currently hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?

• Yes, I hold a valid Class A CDL.
• Yes, I hold a valid Class B CDL.
• No, I do not possess a Commercial Driver's License.

03
Which statement best reflects your professional experience operating light power and medium-duty motor equipment?

• I possess one (1) or more years of experience in this field.
• I have less than one (1) year of experience in this field.

04
Project demands and seasonal operations (such as mandatory snow removal) require this position to work non-conventional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Are you fully available and willing to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

05
As an emergency/essential public safety responder for infrastructure, you will be exposed to hazardous conditions and required to operate equipment under strict safety regulations. Have you participated in formal safety training regarding confined spaces, trench safety, or hazardous materials?

• Yes, I have participated in training for all of these areas.
• I have participated in training for some of these areas.
• No, I have not yet received this specific training.

06
Please describe your professional experience operating light or medium equipment (e.g., dump trucks, mowers, or power tools) within a team environment. Detail a time you noticed an equipment defect and how you reported or addressed it.
Required Question