Equipment Operator II (Grade 8) (Maintenance/Construction) (Continuous)
City of Huntsville
·Jan 19, 2026
- Salary
- $31k – $53k/yr
- Location
- Huntsville, AL, AL, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Operations
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE’S PUBLIC WORKS- MAINTENANCE/CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!
The City of Huntsville’s Public Works Services Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our
Equipment Operator II position(s).
Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.
Come join our growing Public Works Team! Apply today!
About our Department:
The Construction/Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department provides essential services to City of Huntsville residents in a safe, efficient, prompt, and cost-effective manner. We are responsible for maintaining the efficient flow of water throughout the city to prevent flooding, erosion, and other property damage. The Construction Division is staffed with heavy equipment operators, skilled workers and truck drivers. It demolishes old and vacant buildings and installs new roads and parking areas that include small and large drainage projects.
Equipment Operator II Position Overview:
This is skilled work involving the operation of heavy-duty tandem trucks and/or tri-axle trucks, or similar type equipment. Incumbents perform heavy manual labor when not operating equipment. Work involves responsibility for operating a piece of medium sized equipment in area of assignment. Work may also involve hauling supplies and materials to and from the work site; following a regular route; performing minor maintenance on equipment; and performing heavy manual labor.
Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:
High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency is desired and experience operating medium sized equipment such as tandem and/or tri-axle dump trucks and rollers; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license.
Class A with Auto Transmission allowed.
Skills Test Will Be Administered
For More Information Regarding the Equipment Operator II Job Duties, Please Visit the Website Below:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/77188