Equipment Operator (I -Sr.)

Equipment Operator (I - Sr.)

Provo City is seeking an Equipment Operator to work with light and heavy equipment in the Energy department. Qualified, civic-minded applicants interested in providing these services to Provo City residents are encouraged to apply.

Compensation Package : $21.99 - $33.43 per hour (depending on experience) Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks : free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4 / 10 work schedule, and others. For more information about benefits click here.

Main Duties :

• Safely operate a variety of light and heavy construction equipment including trenchers, dump trucks, backhoes, ditch witches, chipper machines, concrete saw, sod cutter, and other machinery.
• Place traffic cones, signs, and barricades for the protection of employees and members of the public.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
• Perform routine equipment cleaning and minor repairs and maintenance on equipment in the field.
• Dig holes for power poles and the installation of anchor rods.
• Set, install, and repair streetlights, bases, and underground street lighting wire.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair of any equipment.
• Install poles and maintain underground conduits, power silos, transformer pads.
• May lead and train individual workers or a crew in building construction, maintenance, and grounds care.
• Purchase materials.
• Complete reports and daily records of equipment used, completed operations, and pre- and post-inspections.
• Assist other crew members as needed and perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements :

Selection Process : Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on November 18, 2025. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration. If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars : Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking. Together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Provo has been awarded the "Best Performing City" three years in a row, and we were ranked the 'Best Run City in America' by WalletHub for 2025. Visit provo.gov to learn more! Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Full Time / Part Time : Full time Position Type : Regular Scheduled Hours : 40

It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer / employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity. Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo's team!