Equipment Operator I and II (EQ1 & EQ2)

Equipment Operator I and II (EQ1 & EQ2)

Salary

$67,068.00 - $96,600.00 Annually

Location

Boulder County, CO

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

6833(EQ1 & EQ2)

Department

Public Works

Division

PWD RDM Road Maintenance

Opening Date

07/30/2026

Closing Date

8/13/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

The Boulder County Public Works/Road Maintenance Department is seeking to hire five (5) Equipment Operator I (EQ1) and Equipment Operator II (EQ2).

The Equipment Operator I is the entry-level classification in the Equipment Operator series. The Equipment Operator I performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties in the operation of light equipment utilized in road construction, maintenance and repair work.

The Equipment Operator II is the journey level classification in the Equipment Operator series. The Equipment Operator II performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties in the operation of medium equipment utilized in road construction, maintenance and repair.

This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday - Thursday 6:00am - 4:30pm (summer schedule) and Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm (winter schedule). Some evening availability is required for group facilitation. Scheduling flexibility may be offered based on candidate needs and program requirements. This position will work out of 286 Ridge Road, Nederland, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime).

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

EQ1 Hiring Salary Range: $63,828.00 - $77,886.00 Annually

EQ2 Hiring Salary Range: $67,068.00 - $81,834.00 Annually

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

• Phone Screening: August 24th
• First Round Interviews: August 27
• Second Round Interviews: September 3rd
• Reference Check: September 4th

New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month (Must not have been employed at Boulder County during the 12 months prior to re-hire date to qualify). Boulder County offers bountiful benefits, including pension contributions.

Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information.

Examples of Duties

EQ1:

• Operates equipment such as single-axle trucks, light front-end loaders and other light equipment used for County road construction, snow removal, maintenance and repair
• Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments to assigned equipment
• Checks and reports present or anticipated mechanical problems of assigned equipment
• Performs manual labor as a crew member involved in construction and maintenance projects
• May operate, as a trainee, medium equipment such as backhoes, tandem-axle trucks and medium front-end loaders
• Performs related work, as required
• May be reassigned in emergency situations

EQ2:

• Operates equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, tandem-axle trucks and other medium equipment used for County road construction, snow removal, maintenance and repair
• Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments to assigned equipment
• Checks and reports present or anticipated mechanical problems of assigned equipment
• Performs general labor required on construction and maintenance projects
• Trains and gives general direction to other employees
• May operate, as a trainee, heavy equipment such as graders, loaders, dozers, and snow plows
• Performs related work, as required
• May be reassigned during emergency situations

Required Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of:

• Equipment Operator I (EQ1)
• A high school diploma, or equivalent
• one year of experience operating road maintenance equipment

OR

• Equipment Operator II (EQ2)
• A high school diploma, or equivalent
• two years of experience operating road maintenance equipment, which has included training in the operation of medium-sized road equipment

DRIVERS LICENSE (both EQ1 & EQ2):

• Employee may possess a Colorado Class B Commercial Drivers license with air brake endorsement with the requirement that a Class A is obtained within 9 months of hire.
• Applicants must have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record
• For more information regarding a clean driving record, please click here.

BACKGROUND CHECK (both EQ1 & EQ2):

• A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (both EQ1 & EQ2):

• Candidates for this position will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical
• Applicants must pass a drug test

Supplemental Information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Class A CDL without restrictions
• Mountain driving experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of traffic laws and common hazards and safety precautions necessary for light equipment operation
• Ability to recognize mechanical problems and make minor repairs to light equipment
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work effectively with other employees and the public

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Back and Upper Body (lifting):

Frequent use of shovels, rakes, 8 to16 lb. sledgehammers, 10-20 lb. digging bars, and picks. Occasionally lift and carry from floor to waist (two-man lift) 75-157 lb. rubber and steel blades, guardrail sections, timbers, tires, and animal carcasses. Occasionally lift from floor to waist with one or two hands 10-30 lb. electric, gas and pneumatic tools, equipment, and building materials (lumber, steel bars, etc.). Occasionally lift and carry from floor to shoulder and from shoulder to floor 40-70 lb. steel tire chains (this is done with no help available, but may be done in sections weighing up to 60 lbs. per section). Occasionally mount and handle (push, pull, roll, raise with bars, etc.) truck tires and wheels weighing up to 200 lbs.

Hands and Arms:

Frequently use levers, handles, buttons, and wheels to operate various types of heavy road equipment for extended hours. Frequently use electric, gas and pneumatic tools, hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers), shovels, rakes, bars, picks, hammers, and brooms.

Body Movement:

When snowing - Frequently sit in one position while driving; head, neck, arm, and leg movements associated with driving. Equipment is rough riding with bouncing, rolling, pitching, jolting, and vibrating action.

When not snowing - Occasionally stand for long periods of time (6-10 hours) flagging traffic. Occasionally work in unusual positions (kneeling, crawling, lying down). Occasionally mount or dismount using hand rails and steps (2 feet to first step) various types of equipment.

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide:

• Outstanding options of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage. Information can be found HERE.

• Additional Benefits include

• Family-forming benefits- infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements

• 12 weeks Paid Caregiver leave

• Breast feeding friendly-work environment

• Infants-at-work policy

• Access to LifeMart and Benefits Hub discount hub, including discounts on childcare centers, event tickets, travel and more!

• Access to a nationally-recognized wellness program

• Employee Assistance Program

• PERA 401k

• Social Security retirement plans

• Additional Life and Disability Insurance

• Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance

• County-paid tuition assistance

• Eligible for PSLF- Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Free EcoPass

• Hospital Indemnity

• ID Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• 8 Hours of Paid Public Service Leave

• Generous paid time off

• Holidays

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther Kings Birthday January

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Indigenous Peoples Day

• General Election Day November (first Tuesday after the first Monday, even years)

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day November

• Friday after Thanksgiving*

• Christmas Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)

• Christmas Day

• New Year's Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)

• Vacation

• 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire

• Eight hours of vacation per month for the first year of continuous service, then accrue twelve hours of vacation per month after the first year of continuous service.

• Medical

• Eight hours of medical leave for each month employed.

• PERA- The County and all employees pay into both Social Security and PERA

• Employer contribution to Social Security: 7.65% of salary

• Employer contribution to PERA (Local Government Division- most county employees: 15.80%

• The District Attorney's Office observe Francis Xavier Cabrini Day on the first Monday in October and omit the Friday after Thanksgiving

Vacation and Medical leave are based off of full time FTE accruals. Part-time FTE/term employees accrue leave based on the percentage of time they work.

01

Please select the position for which you meet the minimum qualifications and would like to be considered for:

• Equipment Operator I (EQ1)
• Equipment Operator II (EQ2)
• Both

02

Do you have a valid drivers license and clean driving record (required)?

• Yes
• No

03

Which class CDL do you have (required)?

• Class A
• Class B

04

Do you have any restrictions on your CDL license?

• L
• E
• O
• P
• X
• K
• None

05

Please describe how you meet the minimum requirement of either: EQ1: A high school diploma, or equivalent and one year of experience operating road maintenance equipment. OR EQ2: A high school diploma, or equivalent and two years of experience operating road maintenance equipment, which has included training in the operation of medium-sized road equipment

06

Do you have mountain commercial driving experience? Yes/No If so, please describe the experience.

07

What does diversity mean to you?

08

What is an example of a racial inequity you have noticed within the Boulder County community?

Required Question

Employer Boulder County

Address 2025 14th Street

Boulder, Colorado, 80302

Phone 303-441-3525

Website http://www.bouldercounty.org