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Heavy Equipment Operator I - DPW-D4 Street Maint Repair

City of Indianapolis

Department of Public Works Operations

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Location

Salary

From $28.30

per hour

Closes

July 1, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves operating heavy construction machinery like asphalt pavers and backhoes to maintain and repair city streets, while also directing small teams and performing basic equipment upkeep.

It's a hands-on role in public works that includes tasks like patching roads, sealing cracks, and helping with snow removal during bad weather.

A good fit would be someone with experience in construction equipment who is reliable, safety-focused, and comfortable with physical outdoor work.

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Class B CDL required (Class A preferred)
  • Experience operating heavy construction equipment such as asphalt pavers, milling machines, backhoes, front-end loaders, rollers, graders, and heavy trucks
  • Knowledge of safe equipment operation and ability to perform minor maintenance (e.g., lubrication, tire checks, replacing parts)
  • Ability to lift and carry objects weighing 50 pounds or more and perform physical tasks like standing, walking, kneeling, and pulling
  • Understanding of traffic laws and job-site safety regulations, with ability to enforce them and respond to injuries
  • Pass a pre-employment physical and ability to read operation manuals and distinguish colors

Full Job Description

Position is responsible for providing the operation of all types of construction machinery such as, Asphalt Pavers, Milling Machines, Roller, earth moving equipment and the coordination of the work activities of personnel assigned to assist with construction activities.

Requirements

Operate a variety of powered (light and heavy) construction equipment such as, but not limited to: Asphalt Paver, Milling Machines, front-end-loaders, backhoe, lifts, graders, heavy trucks, and other related earth moving equipment.
Perform minor maintenance services on vehicles and equipment used such as, but not limited to: washing, tightening chains, replacing cables and bolts, checks tire inflation, and lubrication according to the manufacturer's recommended schedule.
Direct work activities of assigned personnel in executing delegated tasks.
Enforce job-site safety regulations and standards.
Assume responsibility for taking appropriate and necessary actions in the event of job related injuries and in the absence of a supervisor.
Will be required to work overtime as assigned.
Will be held accountable for all tools, equipment, and materials supplied by the City to perform assigned duties.
Assists with asphalt patching, crack sealing, concrete work, playground equipment repair, grounds keeping and other related duties.
Assists with snow removal functions
Cleans/washes equipment as needed
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Operate a variety of powered (light and heavy) construction equipment such as, but not limited to: Asphalt Paver, Milling Machines, Roller, front-end-loaders, backhoe, lifts, graders, heavy trucks, and other related earth moving equipment.

May be required to perform manual tasks that require lifting and carrying of objects fifty (50) pounds or more. A valid Class A CDL Driver’s License is preferred, Class B license required .

Knowledge of and work experience in safe and efficient operation of all construction equipment, and ability to provide minor maintenance of such equipment.

Working knowledge of applicable traffic laws and regulations regarding the operation of assigned equipment on the public right-of-way.

Ability to perform safe and correct procedures for Asphalt Paver, Milling Machines, and related operations according to verbal and written instructions.

Ability to read and understand operation manuals, engineering illustrations. Ability to perform all the following assignments: straight pulling, walking, standing and kneeling.

Ability to perform mental – muscular coordination. Ability to distinguish colors. Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical. These are the minimum requirements of this position

Additional Information

Actions are controlled by City and Departmental policies and procedures. Decisions may occur when determining the proper sequence of steps or when making minor variations from established methods. Work is reviewed on a spot check basis by a supervisor who is generally available. Work assignments are conveyed via supervision or crew leader.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 4/1/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/2/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-indianapolis-5293555