Equipment Operator

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Public Works Department - Multiple Divisions
Locations:
Street Maintenance District 2 - 5700 Municipal Ave
Illegal Dumping Abatement Division - 5300 Municipal Ave

Salary Range: $20.10-$30.64 per hour

Schedule:
Street Maintenance District 2:
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Illegal Dumping Abatement Division:
Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Application Deadline: May 7, 2026


Responsibilities

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What you'll do
Street Maintenance District 2:

• Operate trucks to support road maintenance and street repair by hauling cold patch, hot asphalt, gravel, rocks, and abrasives
• Drive trucks to transport personnel, tools, and materials to assigned work sites
• Operate trucks used in street-cleaning activities and snow plowing and snow removal operations
• Drive trucks with flat-bed trailers to haul construction equipment and move equipment on and off low-boy units
• Operate construction equipment including bulldozers, rollers, front-end loaders, backhoes, excavators, tractors, chain saws, and spray equipment to support maintenance, mowing, paving, and excavation work
• Perform basic field repairs, service assigned equipment, assist mechanics as needed, and complete related duties as required

Illegal Dumping Abatement:

• Drive refuse trucks on established routes to collect trash, recycling, bulky items, yard waste, illegal dumping, and nuisance materials
• Operate packing and dumping controls to ensure safe and efficient collection
• Maintain time records and ensure assigned collection vehicles are properly serviced and maintained
• Perform or assist with waste collection and operate recycling trucks, mowers, tractors, weed eaters, and other related equipment
• Operate trucks used in snowplow operations and work in adverse conditions and locations
• Perform physical work requiring the ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds

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What success looks like

• Routes, work assignments, and service areas are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule
• Streets, neighborhoods, and public spaces are left clean, accessible, and well maintained
• Equipment is operated responsibly and serviced regularly to prevent breakdowns or safety issues
• Work is completed with minimal disruption to the public and without damage to underground utilities
• You are a dependable crew member who follows instructions, supports teammates, and maintains safety standards

What you'll bring

• Experience operating trucks and specialized automotive or construction equipment
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment and perform physical work, including lifting at least 40 pounds
• Willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather and changing work conditions
• Attention to safety when working around traffic, equipment, and underground utilities
• Dependability, teamwork, and the ability to follow assigned routes and daily work plans

Qualifications

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REQUIRES

• Six (6) months of experience in the operation of trucks and other specialized automotive equipment
• Must possess a valid State-issued driver's license in accordance with City of KCMO policies
• Ability to possess a valid Missouri CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Class A, B, or C prior to the end of the employee's probationary period
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City
• For Illegal Dumping Abatement Division positions, must possess a valid Missouri Class B CDL

Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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