Equipment Operator I

The Equipment Operator I classification is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker position based on the operation of various types of non-CDL equipment on a routine basis.  The skills and knowledge required are of a level and scope to be in support of a journey, trades or crafts person.  Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending on the location, assignment or shift. Employees in this class operate vehicles that do not require a Commercial Driver’s License such as trucks, farm tractors, zero and turn mowers. Equipment Operator Is receive training on various pieces of CDL required equipment for future advancement to the Equipment Operator II classification.

One (1) year of experience as a laborer assisting in general trades using hand-tools and maintenance equipment.  Requires skill to read slightly complex material such as operator manuals, perform simple arithmetic, complete slightly complex forms and use tools and equipment.

Some positions require the use of departmental vehicles on departmental business.  Individuals must be capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.  Some positions may afford the employee the occasional opportunity to operate equipment requiring a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for training purposes.  

Applications are being accepted to fill one (1) vacancy and any vacancies that may occur during the life of the register.  The current vacancy is with the City of Montgomery Street Maintenance Department. Applicants will be screened and qualified based upon education and experience as shown on the application and supplemental questionnaire.  For this reason, applicants are urged to fill in the application completely providing detailed information concerning the kinds of jobs they have held, the dates they held them, where and exactly what their duties were. If more than five (5) qualified applications are received, a selection procedure will be administered to rank applicants on the register. Tied scores will not be broken. If there are five (5) or less qualified applicants, they will be considered equally qualified and placed on the register in alphabetical order.

Complete an online application by visiting Montgomery Personnel Board's Online Employment Center. Paper applications are no longer accepted. Completed applications will be accepted online until 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. If there is no closing date, the announcement may be closed at any time without prior notice.

This position is open only to City of Montgomery Street Maintenance department employees who have completed their probationary period and meet the minimum qualifications.