Equipment Operator - Public Works

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The City of Rochester welcomes applications for:

Equipment Operator

Public Works

Current Opening-Third shift (11pm to 7am)

Shift differential for third shift is $3.80 per hour

Nature of Work

The Equipment Operator is an entry-level, skilled position that performs quality manual labor and operation of both light and heavy equipment to complete a wide range of maintenance activities on City infrastructure. Typical job duties may include, but are not limited to: reconstructing and maintaining City streets, bridges, alleys, and paths (including bituminous and concrete work); maintaining sanitary sewers and storm sewers and flood control structures;

performing snow and ice control during winter months (must be available for call-in during off hours in the case of inclement weather); performing safety operations and completing other duties as assigned.

Basic types of equipment that Equipment Operators may operate include, but are not limited to: tandem and single axle snow plow trucks, street sweepers, wheel loaders, skid loaders, jackhammers, air compressors, spray patcher, crack sealer, various hand tools and related equipment. More experienced operators may operate grader, paver, distributor, water tanker/flusher, excavator and dozer.

The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening toALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.

We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress, and culture of our community.

It takes us all working together.

To have your application considered for the first round of interviews, please apply by Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM CST.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The 2026 starting wage for this opportunity is $29.60 per hour.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment.

* Infrastructure construction and maintenance

* Repair and maintain bituminous streetsincluding milling, paving, hand patching, seal coating, crack filling, adjusting surface utilities (manholes) etc.

* Repair and maintain concrete streets, curbs, and sidewalks including joint re-sealing, spot repair, panel replacement, etc.

* Clean and repair sanitary and storm infrastructure; i.e.reconstructing pipes, reconstructing and cleaning manholes, catch basins, storm water structures

* Operate street sweepers, directional brooms and flusher trucks for routine sweeping and fall leaf sweeping.

* Repair and maintain structures in the right of way including street signs, mailboxes, guard rails, etc.

* Perform preventative maintenance and/or minor repair to City equipment; i.e.cleaning, greasing, etc.

* Perform snow and ice control

* Operate equipment to plowstreets and sidewalks including application of snow/ice melt chemicals.

* Remove snow in the Central Business District as needed (this is generally completed during overnight hours to cause the least disruption to the public)

* Be available for call-in during off hours, weekends and holidays, in the case of inclement weather events.

* Construct and maintain flood and storm drainage facilities

* Remove sediment, debris, trees, etc from storm drainage facilities.

* Install rip rap, seed blankets, and other erosion control measures.

* Install, repair, and maintain storm sewer pipes.

* Install, repair, and maintain chain link fence, guard rails, grates, etc. arounddrainage structures.

* Mow, cut down and spray weeds and/or small trees around storm water facilities and/or right of way.

* Repair and maintain bridges and flood control structures

* Flush and clean bridge decks, sidewalks, medians, expansion joints, etc.

* Perform concrete repairs.

* Install, repair and maintain railings, fences, guardrails, etc.

* Remove obstructions from waterways, clear intake grates, clear outlet pipes, etc.

* Perform safety operations

* Set up and remove temporary traffic control according to regulatory standards.

* Inspect and maintain assigned equipment in accordance with proper safety requirements including DOT pre/post trip inspections.

* Perform flagging and traffic control operations.

* Log and report all unsafe conditions, maintenance needs, etc.to supervisor

* Miscellaneous duties and responsibilities

* Collaborate with supervisor on infrastructure maintenance needs.

* Wash and clean equipment and facility buildings.

* Assist with carpentry type work including mailbox repair, sign fabrication, guardrail repair.

* Perform other related duties as assigned

* ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years full-time equivalent…