Streets​/Heavy Equipment Operator II *Transitional be

Position: Streets/ Heavy Equipment Operator II *Transitional housing may be available*
Pay Range (MIN):

31.15

Pay Range (MAX):

46.72

Added to system:

3/19/26 3:49 PM

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* Transitional Housing: Transitional housing may be available for this position for up to 6 months, pending eligibility. Availability is subject to change and offered on a first-come, first-qualified basis.

Pay Ranges:
Hiring Range:
The hiring range covers the starting segment of the pay scale, from the entry point up to the first quartile (Q1). Starting pay is determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Salary Range:
The salary range reflects the full pay range for the position, from the minimum rate to the maximum rate. This represents the earning potential employees can achieve over time while in the role.

Serve Your Community, Grow Your Career, and Enjoy Great Benefits:

$3,000 Sign On Bonus - Paid in Full on Your First Paycheck

Start your CDL; the City covers your initial CDL training within your first six months*

• City offers carpool van for all down valley commuters, carpool travels as far as Rifle
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team in a positive work environment
• Make a real impact in the Aspen community through meaningful public service
• Enjoy flexible schedules and a collaborative, supportive team environment
• Access generous paid time off, holidays, and wellness bonuses
• Take advantage of free or discounted transportation around Aspen and the Valley
• Grow your skills with professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Protect your health with medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs
• Earn monetary wellness bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices
• Plan for the future with competitive retirement options (Social Security, 401a, 457b, Roth IRA) and life/disability insurance

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Streets/Heavy Equipment Operator II
Department: Streets
Classification: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $31.15/hourly - $38.94/hourly

Salary Range: $31.15/hourly-$46.72/hourly

Position Summary: Work as a part of a tight knit streets team while operating all Street Department vehicles and heavy equipment for the purpose of street repair, snow removal and storm drain installation and maintenance, consistent with the organization's values and mission statement.

Supervision Exercised and Received: This position works under the direct supervision of the Streets Superintendent.

Essential Job Functions
Equipment used: Front End Loader, Motor Grader, Backhoe, Snow Cat, Sweeper, Dump Truck, Water Truck, Skid Steer, Roller.

Equipment Operation

• Operates and maintains all kinds of heavy equipment and vehicles in performing job duties.

• Performs pre-trip inspections and fills out daily inspection sheets. Fuels, lubricates and performs minor repairs as necessary. Keeps the equipment clean and in good operating order.

Sign Maintenance

• Maintains inventory of necessary material for street signs. Installs and/or repairs street signs and performs other duties related to sign maintenance as required or assigned.

Summer Work

• Repairs streets by means of removing and replacing asphalt, crack sealing, Skid steer attached asphalt paver machine or other practices. Sweeps and/or flushes streets daily. Assists in evaluating streets for the Pavement Management Program. Paints crosswalks. Flags traffic for normal work zones or emergencies.

• Required to be on call throughout the summer months on a rotational basis.

Winter Work

• Plows and/or removes snow from City streets, alleys, . Widens streets using loader mounted snow blower or motor grader. Performs anti-icing and de-icing operations and sands streets as necessary. Cuts ice pack from City streets and alleys.

• Sweeps…