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Gunnison County

Heavy Equipment Operator

Gunnison, CO · On-site

$23.60 - $31.69/hr

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Gunnison County, CO

Heavy Equipment Operator

Gunnison, CO · On-site

$28.53 - $32.49/hr

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GUNNISON COUNTY

Heavy Equipment Operator

Gunnison, CO

$23.60 - $31.69/hr

Willingness to take additional training such as Road Scholar classes, etc. to improve job skills. Qualifications Education and experience: Graduation from high school education or GED equivalent, and ...

City of Montrose, CO

Streets Crew Member

Montrose, CO · On-site

$50K/yr

... Roads Scholar II Physical Requirements and Work Environment: Requires ability to perform heavy manual labor. Strenuous physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 100 pounds; frequent ...

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Heavy Equipment Operator II - Marble

Gunnison, CO

GUNNISON COUNTY
Public Administration • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about GUNNISON COUNTYexternal

$28.53 - $32.49/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Operate a wide variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment used in the maintenance and construction of County roads.

  • Perform manual tasks associated with equipment operations, road maintenance, and construction.

  • Perform operator-required maintenance on all equipment used and learn new methods with technologically advanced equipment.

Job description

Description

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County's citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region's unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.


Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You'll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley's unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here. 


Benefits

Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month

Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service

Dependent Care FSA

FSA and HSA

Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary

Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership

Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children

Employee Assistance Program

Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.

401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match

Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.

457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match

Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships


Job Summary

Operates a wide variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment used in the maintenance and construction of County roads. Also performs manual tasks associated with equipment operations, road maintenance and construction. Performs operator-required maintenance on all equipment used. In the performance of operator-required maintenance employee must be willing to learn new methods with technologically advanced equipment.


Pay Rate
The hourly range is from $28.53 to $32.49, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

*The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.*


View the full job description here.


Hiring Manager

Gunnison County Public Works

Phone: (970) 641-0044


Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

Requirements

  • Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license.
  • Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.
  • Valid Class B CDL with tanker endorsement.
  • Current flagging certification.
  • Willingness to participate in and complete certification for MSHA Part 46.
  • Willingness to take and successfully complete a First Aid class, CPR class, and other specialized or safety training that may be offered by the Public Works Department or other training facility.
  • Willingness to take additional training such as Road Scholar classes, etc. to improve job skills.

Qualifications/Education

  • Graduation from high school education or GED equivalent, and
  • Four (4) years of experience relating to construction, maintenance and repair, or
  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

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