Apprentice/Journey Equipment Operator (DOQ)

Overview

The Larimer County Road & Bridge Department is looking for Apprentice/Journey Equipment Operators to join our team!
At the Larimer County Road & Bridge Department, we are responsible for the operation and maintenance of 419 centerline miles of non-paved roads, 384 centerline miles of paved roads, and 101 miles of subdivision roads in Larimer County.

An Apprentice Operator must meet the minimum requirements of a Journey Operator within two years of employment. These positions are considered essential employees, filling a snow and ice removal position during inclement winter weather. When a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of Commissioners, all Larimer County employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker.

The typical schedule for this position is 7am-3:30pm Monday to Friday in the Winter and 7am-5:30pm Monday to Thursday in the Summer, with a 24 hour/365 day nonrestrictive call back.

To learn more about what we do, visit www.larimer.gov/roads .

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Ensuring all work meets departmental expectations.
• Operating heavy construction equipment as assigned.
• Plowing snow and participates in snow and ice control activities; is a critical member of our snow removal operations.
• Performing physical labor for extended periods of time outdoors in all weather conditions, day or night, including activities and physical demands requiring strength to lift, carry, push, pull, and otherwise move objects of up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

To view the full job description, visit- https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Equipment_Operator_Apprentice & https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Equipment_Operator_Journey.

What we're looking for:

• Have knowledge of street/highway maintenance, repair, construction, and safe work zone practices.
• Perform maintenance and construction of paved roads.
• Operate heavy construction equipment.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Read and comprehend department and County rules, regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Use Larimer County-approved computer programs, as needed.
  

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

Depending on qualifications, this position may hire as an Apprentice Equipment Operator or a Journey Equipment Operator.

Apprentice Equipment Operator

• One (1) year of work experience required. May be achieved with experience in any industry, not specific to construction or road maintenance.
• Possession of, and ability to maintain, a Class "B" or a Class 'A' commercial driver license (CDL) without the following restrictions: 'L' -air brake restriction, 'O' -no/trctr/trlr restriction(s), "E" -no manual transmission, "X"-no cargo in CMV tank vehicle or "Z" - no full air brake equipped CMV required.
• Ability to obtain 'N' - tank endorsement by date of hire required.
• Ability to obtain an 'X' haz-mat/tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire or within six (6) months of turning 21 years old required.
• Operation of a vehicle requiring a class 'A' or 'B' commercial driver license (CDL), required.
• Ability to obtain a Colorado Flaggers Certification within six (6) months of employment required.
• Ability to qualify as a Journey Operator within 2 years of hire required.

Journey Equipment Operator

• One (1) year of experience working, operating equipment, or driving a CDL vehicle in the following construction industries: Civil Construction, Road Maintenance/Construction,Earthwork, or Underground Utilities required.
• Possession of, and ability to maintain, a Class "A" commercial driver license (CDL) without the following restrictions: 'L' -air brakes restriction, 'O' -no/Trctr/Trlr restriction(s), "E" - no manual transmission, "X"- no cargo in CMV tank vehicle or "Z" - no full air brake equipped CMV required.
• Ability to obtain 'N' - tank endorsement by date of hire, required.
• Ability to obtain an 'X' haz-mat/tanker endorsement within six (6) months of employment or within six (6) months of turning 21 years old required.
• Operation of a vehicle requiring a Class 'A' or 'B' commercial driver license (CDL) required.
• Ability to obtain a Colorado Flagger's Certification within six (6) months of employment required.

Benefits
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

Supplemental Information

This job is a DOT-regulated position. If selected for this job title and offered a position within the Road and Bridge Department, the candidate will be required to comply with all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) regulations and the Colorado Rules and Regulations Concerning the Minimum Standards for the Operation of Commercial Vehicles.

As part of the FMCSA compliance, candidates offered a position at Road and Bridge must be registered in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. Candidates that currently hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) at the time of the job offer may register in the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse at any time in this hiring process, if not already registered. To find out more information about the Clearinghouse and how to register, visit drive.google.com/file/d/1gSmLBGLbepjTPmbzMTWMOLdT-YWexti-/view .

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 3/9/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

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