EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

The City of St. Cloud is accepting applications for an Equipment Operator I within the Public Works/Sanitation Department. An ideal candidate for this position will have a Commercial Driver’s License, enjoy working outside on a variety of manual tasks, in various weather conditions, and promote a safety-first work environment. Work within the Sanitation Department include: Picking up residential garbage in an outdoor environment Yard waste pickup Shoveling snow (seasonally) With Public Works operations extending outside of conventional work schedules to meet the needs of the city, team members will work untraditional hours during snow and ice operations as well as during emergency maintenance activities. Candidates may also be chosen to work in the Street Division, where road, sidewalk and alley maintenance is conducted. All Divisions of Public Works support the common goal of providing High Quality, Cost Effective Public Service, in a team environment. If you are interested in joining a rewarding career in a fast-pace, safety conscious and team-based work environment, this job may be for you! Minimum Requirements: High school diploma; Six months experience in the operation and maintenance of medium/heavy duty motorized equipment; Class B driver's license (air brake qualified) that is unrestricted except for corrective lenses. Must possess a Class A driver’s license (air brake qualified) with tanker endorsement within two (2) years of appointment. Benefits : The city is proud to provide a competitive healthcare package which includes single insurance premiums covered 100% by the employer and family covered 90%. Family health insurance premiums are valued at an average of $26,300 annually. Many voluntary benefits, including disability and flexible spending accounts, are also offered. Retirement : An excellent retirement pension plan is provided by the city through the Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA). Paid Leave : Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Day and information about the 13 Paid Holidays can be found in the applicable labor union contract.