Equipment Operator II

UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The Utah County Public Works Department is a multi-service Department within County government operating in the areas of Administration, Buildings, Engineering, Mapping, Motor Pool, Parks, Roads, Special Projects, Surveying and Telecommunications.

Posting Date: April 1, 2025 Closing Date: *Open Until Filled

• All applications received by April 15, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST will be screened by the Human Resources Office. Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview. The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled.

POSITION: Equipment Operator II POSTING #: 7021-0325ksa
May Underfill as Equipment Operator I

The Opportunity:
Under general guidance and direction of the Roads Supervisor, operates a wide range of light and heavy equipment, including woodchippers, generators, dump trucks, loaders, and other specialized vehicles, to support Utah County’s construction, maintenance, and emergency operations. Performs complex, specialized duties of considerable difficulty that require independent judgement.

Grade:

Equipment Operator II – 722

Equipment Operator I - 720

Starting Pay:

722: $26.74 - $30.74 per hour
720: $23.27 - $26.74 per hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Job Qualifications – Equipment Operator II:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Four (4) years of general road construction work experience, including operation of light and heavy equipment.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications – Equipment Operator II:
1. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain a valid State of Utah driver’s license within 60 days of employment.
2. Selected applicants will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
3. Applicants must possess and maintain a valid Utah Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with N and T endorsements; selected applicants may be required to obtain an X endorsement.
4. Applicants must provide certification or documentation to demonstrate proficiency in operating at least three (3) of the following heavy equipment types: grader, loader, trackhoe, backhoe, mini excavator, skid steer, vac truck, bulldozer, chip box, asphalt box, oil distributor, and asphalt roller. Proficiency may be verified through a pre-employment equipment demonstration set up by Utah County.
5. Selected applicants must obtain the following certifications during the probationary period for new hires or the trial period for promoted county employees and must maintain all required certifications during employment. Selected applicants or county employees may also be required to obtain additional certifications as directed. County employees must possess all required certifications and licenses before moving into this classification through reassignment, transfer, or career ladder advancement.

a. Forklift Operator Certification

b. CPR Certification.

Job Qualifications – Equipment Operator I:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Three (3) years of general road construction work experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications – Equipment Operator I:
1. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain a valid State of Utah driver’s license within 60 days of employment.
2. Selected applicants will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
3. Selected applicants must obtain the following certifications during the probationary period for new hires or trial period for promoted County employees and must maintain all required certifications during employment. Selected applicants or county employees may also be required to obtain additional certifications as directed.

a. Utah Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with no restrictions

b. Forklift Operator Certification c

. Flagger Certification

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Benefits Package Includes:
100% paid premiums for health insurance
Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)
Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.

UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER