What are the responsibilities and job description for the Street Maintenance Equipment Operator I/II position at City of Tempe?
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STREET MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I/II
This recruitment is open for three (3) weeks and will close on March 27, 2025.
Hourly Salary Range
Level I: $24.55 up to $32.65
Level II: $26.43 up to $35.16
This position is part of a flexible classification. Qualified candidates may be hired at either level based on their experience, education and training as determined by the hiring authority.
The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including
Employee Benefit Summary
Department / Division
Transportation & Sustainability Department / Transportation Maintenance Division
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
This position is classified as safety sensitive.
Schedule
Monday - Thursday, 2:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Job Number: RC# 902273
Description
The purpose of this position is to actively support and uphold the City's stated mission and values. To operate heavy construction, maintenance and transportation equipment in a variety of maintenance activities including excavating, trenching, asphalt milling, asphalt street paving, crack routing, crack sealing, road grading, land elevation survey, utility cut road repairs, street cleaning, loading and related operations according to required standards, operation of a street sweeper; and to perform semi-skilled and skilled street maintenance tasks.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Asphalt milling, asphalt street paving, crack routing, crack sealing, concrete repair, and work zone safety.
Minimum Qualifications
Work Experience
Level I: Requires one (1) year of full-time labor/trade, heavy equipment operation, and/or commercial driving experience.
Level II: Requires two (2) years of full-time street maintenance experience.
Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant's full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.
Education
Both Levels: Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
Certifications, Licenses, And/or Registrations
Level I
Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following
For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to
Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ
This position is FLSA Non-Exempt which means employees are eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.
Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employees Association (UAEA).
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
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STREET MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I/II
This recruitment is open for three (3) weeks and will close on March 27, 2025.
Hourly Salary Range
Level I: $24.55 up to $32.65
Level II: $26.43 up to $35.16
This position is part of a flexible classification. Qualified candidates may be hired at either level based on their experience, education and training as determined by the hiring authority.
The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including
- 13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, up to 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service.
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Uniform Credit, Jeans and Safety Boot Allowance
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
- Medical Reimbursement Program; $56/month
- Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution
Employee Benefit Summary
Department / Division
Transportation & Sustainability Department / Transportation Maintenance Division
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
This position is classified as safety sensitive.
Schedule
Monday - Thursday, 2:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Job Number: RC# 902273
Description
The purpose of this position is to actively support and uphold the City's stated mission and values. To operate heavy construction, maintenance and transportation equipment in a variety of maintenance activities including excavating, trenching, asphalt milling, asphalt street paving, crack routing, crack sealing, road grading, land elevation survey, utility cut road repairs, street cleaning, loading and related operations according to required standards, operation of a street sweeper; and to perform semi-skilled and skilled street maintenance tasks.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Asphalt milling, asphalt street paving, crack routing, crack sealing, concrete repair, and work zone safety.
Minimum Qualifications
Work Experience
Level I: Requires one (1) year of full-time labor/trade, heavy equipment operation, and/or commercial driving experience.
Level II: Requires two (2) years of full-time street maintenance experience.
Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant's full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.
Education
Both Levels: Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
Certifications, Licenses, And/or Registrations
Level I
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Possession of, or required to obtain within six (6) months of hire, a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a tanker endorsement.
- Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a tanker endorsement.
Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following
- Criminal history background investigation
- Post offer/pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Employees in safety-sensitive job classifications are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational
- Post offer/pre-employment physical
For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to
Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ
This position is FLSA Non-Exempt which means employees are eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.
Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employees Association (UAEA).
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
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