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Equipment Operator II (Vacancies) Print ( Apply ufeff Equipment Operator II (Vacancies) Salary $30.01 - $38.10 Hourly Location Varies by position Job Type Full-time Job Number 26-3421-V2 Department 60 Columbus Water & Power Division Division of Water Opening Date 03/18/2026 Closing Date 4/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Definition Under general supervision, is responsible for the operation of a variety of heavy, or highly complex, motorized equipment involving difficult problems of operation and/or great consequence of error; performs related duties as required. Examples of Work (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.) Operates asphalt paver to distribute and disperse pavement; Operates graders to grade berm, scrape and reshape alleys, and to drag patch asphalt; Operates street sweepers; Operates semi tractor-trailer trucks and sludge-hauling trucks; Operates mixing and screening equipment used in composting wastewater treatment residuals; Operates front-end loaders; Operates heavy tow trucks with mounted power wrecker booms and heavy boom/hoist trucks; Operates commercial vehicle with trailer; Operates and/or drives other equipment as assigned; Drives commercial motor vehicles that require a Commercial Driveru2019s License; Performs minor preventative maintenance on equipment/vehicles; Checks equipment for proper levels and amounts of various fluids and other critical materials such as crankcase oil, water, air in tires, and brake fluids before and after use; Prepares operatoru2019s daily vehicle report noting conditions of various operating systems and levels and amounts of important fluids or other materials; Cleans vehicles and equipment after use; Acts as a lead worker at assigned work site(s); Assists with snow and ice removal on an as-needed basis. Minimum Qualifications Two (2) years of experience operating a commercial motor vehicle or other heavy construction equipment. Possession of a valid Class A commercial motor vehicle operatoru2019s license allowing the operation of vehicles with air brakes. Some positions may require the following endorsement(s): Hazardous Materials (H), Tanker (N), and tank vehicles transporting hazardous materials (X). Test/Job Contact Information Recruitment #: 26-3421-V2 Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular) Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact: Elizabeth Hopkins Columbus Water & Power Division of Water 910 Dublin Rd. Columbus, Ohio 43215 P: (614) 645- 8515 E: The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Short-term Disability + Life Insurance + Wellness Program + Tuition Reimbursement Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information. 01 Have you included all of your relevant work experience (previous and current)? Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute for completing the application. + Yes + No 02 Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements? + Yes + No 03 Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your driver's license, bachelor's/master's degree or transcript of completed coursework. + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of Columbus Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330 Columbus, Ohio, 43215 Phone (614) 645-8301 Website Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email