Heavy Equipment Operator

Posting Date

12 / 04 / 25

Application Deadline

12 / 11 / 25

Pay Range

$23.50 - $36.00 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Transportation

About the Position

Bring your skills and experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator to Maricopa County!

In this role, you will work with a team dedicated to ensuring public services are provided promptly and efficiently. You will operate County equipment and vehicles to help construct and maintain roads, properties, and other related structures.

About Us

We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

Three years of experience operating trucks and equipment

High school diploma or GED

Must possess a valid Arizona Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Endorsements may be required for some job assignments

State and federal regulations require Maricopa County to conduct a pre-employment safety history investigation for all positions that require an applicant to possess a commercial driver's license (CDL). Maricopa County is also required to conduct a pre-employment safety history investigation for positions that directly impact commercial motor vehicle safety, but may not specifically require a valid CDL

We also value

Experience operating motor graders, backhoes, frontend loaders, and various types of equipment

Job Contributions

Operate a variety of medium to large-sized construction and maintenance equipment / vehicles in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures

Plan and prioritize work tasks; read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications

Perform heavy manual labor assignments as needed and assist work crews as required

Complete required daily logs and prepare reports; attend safety meetings and other required meetings and mandatory training

Haul materials and transport vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks

Other job duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Exerting 50 - 100 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 - 20 pounds constantly

Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness / humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration

Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel

Machines, tools, equipment, software, and hardware

Heavy-duty vehicles, trailers, and equipment; Cartegraph; Fleet management software; hand and power tools; transport trailers, chains, and detachable towing units

Protective equipment required

All OSHA and MCDOT required PPE, including but not limited to, hard hat, safety vest, safety boots, safety glasses, and gloves

CDL Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will be extended exclusively to candidates who submit their applications through our online platform

Candidates will primarily be contacted via email and their Workday online application profile

Successful candidates must undergo a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation, as required by statute or policy. This process includes mandatory drug and alcohol testing for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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