Sweeper Operator

Opening Date: January 15, 2026

Closing Date: January 29, 2026

Status: Full-time, Non-exempt

Pay Range: $23.36 - $33.33

Schedule: 7:00 am - 3:30 Monday - Friday, OR 6:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Thursday (off Friday).

Interested applicants must complete an online application found on (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

This position is eligible for the extensive benefits the City of West Jordan offers! Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, plus up-front and matching Health Savings Account contributions. Employees also have access to our brand-new Employee Health Center located at City Hall, receive contributions to a pension account through Utah Retirement System, as well as deferred savings account match options.

Enjoy work‑life balance with substantial paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. The City also offers tuition reimbursement and down payment assistance programs!

Under general supervision, to operate a motor sweeper used in street and gutter cleaning and to perform minor servicing to the sweeper. Provide assistance to other divisions by informing them of potential problems observed in the field.

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• Operate a motorized sweeper to sweep streets and gutters; select effective and efficient method to cover assigned route; adjust gutter and pickup brooms to effectively sweep streets and gutters; dump hopper when full; drive between collection points and transfer sites.
• Assist in trash and debris control activities, such as picking up litter and other street and gutter maintenance activities as required or when weather does not permit sweeping operations.
• Perform general servicing, including cleaning of motor sweeper, checking for broom and chain wear, and replacing brooms, report mechanical or other equipment problems.
• Inspect and review condition of sweeper before daily route begins which includes, but not limited to; checking oil and water levels, brakes and lights, tire wear and air pressure; wash, clean and perform maintenance to sweeper.
• Maintain records and logs.
• Observe and report potential problems such as: graffiti, traffic hazards, abandoned vehicles, holes in roadways, signs down, lights out or unusual road surface conditions.
• Observe and obey all traffic laws, ensure traffic is safely rerouted while in operation; stay aware of potential conditions that could change and present dangerous pedestrian situations, poor vehicle operation, etc.
• Operate a 10‑wheel dump truck that includes pre‑trips and daily logs; haul materials such as asphalt, road base, topsoil, and large equipment to and from job sites; operate 10‑wheel dump, salter and plow for snow removal activity.
• Perform semi‑skilled and skilled manual work to construct and/or in the maintenance and repair of manholes and storm drain grates; operate pneumatic tools, power tools and other miscellaneous hand tools.
• Remove and replace road surface material and debris, load, transport and unload gravel, dirt, garbage.
• Clean catch basins and gutters.
• Assist other crews in various divisions with the restoration of construction sites and/or road related projects.
• Place traffic control and warning signs; serve as a flagger.
• Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles; operate heavy equipment including front‑end loader, backhoe, tandem axle dump truck, dozer, skid steer, concrete saw, and forklift.
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures and minor maintenance and adjustments on equipment used.
• Assist the Streets Division in snow removal on an as needed basis.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: One year of experience in heavy equipment driving.
• Certifications/Licenses:
  • Valid Utah Driver’s License
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain a Utah commercial driver’s license within 1 year of employment in the position.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain Traffic Control Flagger, Forklift, and Trench Shoring certificates within 6 months of employment (training typically provided by City). Director may grant extension if training isn’t available during 6‑month period.

• Knowledge…