Equipment Operator , II, or III

The City of Kodiak is recruiting for a full‑time Equipment Operator I, II, or Ill.

The Department is looking for an experienced team player that has a desire to be a part of a progressive Public Works Department that works hard to serve the needs of our community.

Under general supervision, this position leads, oversees, and participates in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for performing a variety of maintenance, repair and construction work in the completion of Public Works activities and operations, including streets, sewers, public buildings and related facilities; operates and maintains maintenance and construction tools and heavy equipment; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

The City of Kodiak owns and operates public facilities such as the roads, sewers, storm drains, recreation facilities, harbors, ports and buildings. The Equipment Operator is responsible for providing repair and maintenance services for these public facilities in a safe, efficient manner and is frequently required to make independent, sound judgments in projects affecting public health and safety.

The Equipment Operator must perform these duties in a manner that reflects positively on the City and the Department.

• Must have obtained a high school diploma or GED.
• Up to one year of specialized or technical training beyond high school.
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible maintenance, utility, or trades experience.
• Including three years.