Equipment Oporator Rochester Public Works

The Equipment Operator is an entry-level, skilled position that performs quality manual labor and operation of both light and heavy equipment to complete a wide range of maintenance activities on City infrastructure.  Typical job duties may include, but are not limited to: reconstructing and maintaining City streets, bridges, alleys, and paths (including bituminous and concrete work); maintaining sanitary sewers and storm sewers and flood control structures; performing snow and ice control during winter months (must be available for call-in during off hours in the case of inclement weather); performing safety operations and completing other duties as assigned.

Basic types of equipment that Equipment Operators may operate include, but are not limited to: tandem and single axle snow plow trucks, street sweepers, wheel loaders, skid loaders, jackhammers, air compressors, spray patcher, crack sealer, various hand tools and related equipment.  More experienced operators may operate grader, paver, distributor, water tanker/flusher, excavator and dozer.

To have your application considered for the first round of interviews, please apply by Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM CST. 
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

Application Instructions: 
Apply directly using this link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/rochester/jobs/5235483/equipment-operator-public-works