Work for Town

The Streets Operator is responsible for performing a variety of entry level, skilled duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of all public roadways, infrastructure, and storm water drainage in the Town's ROW (Right-of-Way) to ensure the safety and accessibility of streets and related infrastructure. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to heavy equipment operation and maintenance, street and right-of-way maintenance, and storm water drainage infrastructure maintenance.

Essential Duties

Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance

• Operates heavy equipment under the direct supervision of Public Works Streets Supervisor, Manager and/or Lead Streets Operator
• Performs equipment maintenance, such as washing/cleaning, greasing, and completing an overall maintenance checklist
• Keeps track of equipment and supplies at various locations providing recommendations to Streets management for purchase or replacement parts
• Responsible for managing purchases, tracking expenses, and providing receipts to Streets management in timely manner for proper accounting

Streets & Right-of-Way

• Transports and utilizes various construction materials such as road base, asphalt, concrete, culverts, and other materials as required to perform necessary maintenance on road surfaces and rights-of-way
• Performs hot and cold mix patching
• Repairs and maintains dirt and gravel streets
• Performs cement work and rock work to maintain streets and right-of-ways
• Plows and removes snow/ice
• Installs and repairs street signs, delineator posts, etc.
• Required to operate heavy equipment during repair and maintenance of road and rights-of-way

Other Duties

General

• Performs other duties as required. Assists the Parks and Utilities Departments when needed at the direction of Streets management
• Responsible for maintaining supply inventory, works collaboratively with Streets management to order, purchase, or inform others of needed equipment or supplies for the department
• Assists with snow removal, repairs, and maintenance of all town sidewalks as 
  needed

Parks, Cemetery & Utilities Support

• At the direction of Streets management, assists in performing a variety of 
  construction, maintenance, and repair work associated with Town parks and 
  recreational facilities
• At the direction of Streets management, assists with water main breaks, utility construction, and maintenance needs

Building Maintenance

• Assists in cleaning, maintaining, and making repairs to all Town-owned properties and buildings, including but not limited to removing trash and recycling, sweeping and mopping, wiping down furniture and equipment, maintaining HVAC, etc. as needed

Fire Mitigation

• Performs fire mitigation duties, including but not limited to cutting, trimming, and removing dead, fallen, and fire hazard trees as identified by the Town

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and 
  maintenance
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads
• Knowledge of computer software applications to include Microsoft Office and other networked computer functions, including internet, email. 
• Ability to be running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as passenger vehicles and light or heavy-duty equipment
• Ability to use maintenance equipment; understand oral and written instructions; and operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment. Ability to read and understand blueprints and instructional materials
• Ability to use a variety of construction and maintenance hand tools/power tools, operate light and heavy equipment and drive a variety of vehicles
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed
• Ability to monitor and control, including watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Controls operations of equipment or systems
• Skilled in troubleshooting, repairing, and determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Repairs machines or systems using the needed tools 
• Ability to adjust the controls of a machine, equipment, or vehicle to exact positions quickly and repeatedly  
• Ability to take rotating on call shifts with 24/7 coverage. Must be able to work weekends and overtime, as necessary
• Ability to monitor and review information from materials, events, or the 
  environment, to detect or assess problems
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service and get along with coworkers, residents, and supervisors and interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness within established organizational values, policies, and procedures
• Ability to actively listen and communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally so others will understand
• Ability to perform physical tasks outdoors in a variety of climate conditions
• Ability to perform a variety of manual labor, light construction, and 
  irrigation/sprinkler repairs
• Ability to follow basic safety procedures and precautions
• Ability to exercise good judgment based on previous experience to solve problems

Education, Experience, and Formal Training

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License or ability to obtain upon hire and maintain an acceptable driving record
• Possess a Road Scholar I Certification or obtain within two (2) years of being hired into the role
• Must live within one hour of Nederland, Colorado

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience related to streets, parks, or building maintenance or 
  construction
• Previous experience preferred in operating heavy equipment (backhoe, loader, and motor grader, skid steer, roller), mowers, compacting equipment, jackhammers, common hand and power tools, etc
• Mechanical diagnosis and repair experience

Pay and Benefits

• This is a full-time, benefitted position, starting at $23.50/hour
• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance 
• Employer-sponsored 457(b) retirement plan (up to 4% employer match)
• Generous vacation and PTO package, including 14 paid holidays 
• Free pass to Nederland Community Center gym 
• Free EcoPass (bus pass) 
• Free access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance 
• Life insurance policy ($50,000) 
• Optional Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

Read the full job description here.

To apply, please submit a resume or Town of Nederland Application to:

Email: christyr@nederlandco.org
Mail: Town of Nederland, PO Box 396, Nederland, CO 80466-0396
Drop-Off: Nederland Town Hall, 45 W. 1st Street, Nederland, CO 80466 (deposit into the black 'Payments' box by the front door if Town Hall is closed)