Heavy Equipment Operator

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If you want to join a team committed to public service and infrastructure excellence, we are looking for you! As a Heavy Equipment Operator with the Flood Control District of Maricopa County, you will play a vital role in maintaining and repairing critical flood control infrastructure, including earthen dams, levees, basins, floodways, channels, and access roads. Under general supervision, you will perform skilled equipment operations that help safeguard residents, businesses, and public assets from flood-related impacts. The Flood Control District of Maricopa County provides essential services to residents and visitors throughout the county. To support operational needs, employees may occasionally be required to work alternate schedules. When schedule adjustments are necessary, supervisors will provide reasonable advance notice. Note: We are hiring for two positions. One role will be based at our Phoenix Yard located at 9601 N 21st Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85021. The other role will be based at our Buckeye Yard located at 19604 W Blue Horizons Pkwy N, Buckeye, AZ 85326. Flood Control? In a Desert? Absolutely! Though Maricopa County is in a desert, floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons - the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains. Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years, work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, with over 200 people moving here daily! Want more information on the Flood Control District of Maricopa County? Check out this video ! 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 on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including an incentive Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Three years of work experience operating trucks and heavy equipment High school diploma or GED Must possess a valid Arizona Commercial Class A Driver's License (CDL); specific technical training, certifications, or license 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 Other Requirements Must be able to obtain a Tanker Endorsement within 30 days of hire A post-offer drug screen is required for this position We Also Value Experience with safe and efficient operation and maintenance of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, according to standard operating and safety procedures Experience with flood control structures, road construction, maintenance, and repair methods, materials, and techniques of dust and noise control Experience with any of the following equipment: Scraper, 8,000-gallon Water Wagon, D-6 and above Dozers, mid to large size Excavator Knowledge of dust abatement techniques to comply with the Maricopa County Air Quality Department's Rule 310 Job Contributions Operate a variety of medium to heavy-sized construction and maintenance equipment/vehicles in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures to perform duties on maintenance projects to construct, repair, and maintain roads on FCD projects and properties Haul materials and transport vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks and transporters Pre-check, clean, and perform routine maintenance on heavy equipment; identify and report mechanical problems that require additional repair. Complete required daily logs and prepare reports; attend safety meetings Operate equipment and train personnel in the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of heavy construction and maintenance equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures

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Posting Date 06/18/26 Application Deadline 06/25/26 Pay Range $23.50 - $36.00 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 Flood Control District

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