Senior Equipment Operator - Compost

Senior Equipment Operator

Drive Big. Lead Bold. Be Our Senior Equipment Operator! Take the wheel (and the backhoe!) as you lead crews, crush deadlines, and keep compost operations moving. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and make an impact, hop in and apply today!

• 3% COLA effective 7/1/2026
• 2.5% Education Incentive – Bachelor’s Degree
• 5% Education Incentive – Master’s Degree

• Plan, prioritize, and review the work of crews at job sites.
• Develop schedules and methods to accomplish job site goals efficiently.
• Participate in evaluating staff activities, recommending improvements.
• Provide on‑job training to employees and correct deficiencies.
• Identify equipment needs, perform daily vehicle inspections, document safety.
• Perform minor repairs on equipment; check fluid levels; grease moving parts.
• Operate a backhoe and/or truck/backhoe unit or crane in construction operations.
• Perform additional construction and maintenance tasks such as concrete work, truck driving, asphalt spreading, jack hammering, and repair activities when equipment is not in use.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co‑workers, other City employees, and the public.
• Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned (Marginal Functions).

• Two years of responsible experience equivalent to Equipment Operator II in the City of Modesto.
• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Possession of a Class A or Class B Commercial California driver’s license with appropriate endorsements within 60 days of appointment.
• Valid crane operator certificate, issued by the National Commission of Crane Operators, within six months of assignment.

Online Testing:
January 14, 2026 through January 20, 2026 at 5 PM.

The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. A City application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire.

Work is performed in a typical outdoor environment on a year‑round basis, subject to typical street or field noise and exposure to loud equipment and machinery. Some positions may be assigned to remote locations. Positions may require occasional overtime/holiday/weekend work. Depending upon assignment, may require standby work assignments. Travel is rare.