Posting Date 05/01/25 Application Deadline 05/06/25 Pay Range $22.75
00 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Transportation About the Position Bring your skills and experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator to Maricopa County! In this role, you will work with a team dedicated to providing public services promptly and efficiently. You will operate County equipment and vehicles that help construct and maintain roads, properties, and other related structures. About Us We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require High school diploma or GED Three years of experience operating trucks and equipment Must possess a valid Arizona Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no restrictions and a Tanker Endorsement Other endorsements may be required for some job assignments State and federal regulations require Maricopa County to conduct a pre-employment safety history investigation for all positions that require an applicant to possess a commercial driver's license (CDL). Maricopa County is also required to conduct a pre-employment safety history investigation for positions that directly impact commercial motor vehicle safety, but may not specifically require a valid CDL We Also Value Experience transporting heavy equipment or truck hauling Job Contributions Schedule and transport heavy-duty equipment, out-of-service equipment, and vehicles in accordance with all local, state, and federal requirements Operate a variety of medium to large-sized construction and maintenance equipment/vehicles, including distributor truck for dust control/soil stabilization, dump trucks, water trucks, and transport trailers in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures Coordinate daily repairs on all vehicles and equipment, including coordinating with MCDOT staff, Equipment Services Department staff, and outside vendors to schedule, diagnose, monitor, and approve repairs. Pre-check, train, clean, and perform simple maintenance work on vehicles and equipment Upfit light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles with safety equipment, tools, GPS, and other necessary items, depending on the work group and the task assigned Complete required daily logs and Cartegraph data entry for work performed each day Respond to emergencies in the interest of public safety and property protection Ensure all required permits and transport equipment are in compliance with all local, state, and federal requirements Update all databases with required information, including Samsara, AARG, Cartegraph, Faster, and MCDOT Equipment List and Equipment Locations with vehicle assignments and information Other job duties as assigned Working Conditions Exerting 50
- 100 pounds occasionally, 10
- 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10
- 20 pounds constantly Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel Machines, tools, equipment, software, and hardware Heavy-duty vehicles, trailers, and equipment; Cartegraph; Fleet management software; hand and power tools; transport trailers, chains, and detachable towing units.
Protective equipment required All OSHA and MCDOT required PPE, including but not limited to, hard hat, safety vest, safety boots, safety glasses, and gloves CDL Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will be extended exclusively to candidates who submit their applications through our online platform Candidates will primarily be contacted via email, and their Workday online application profile Successful candidates must undergo a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation, as required by statute or policy. This process includes mandatory drug and alcohol testing for positions designated as safety-sensitive Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona's Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!
