EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I or II
🚜 Help Keep Wahoo Moving Forward
Street Equipment Operator I or II
Every day, the work of our Street Department helps keep Wahoo moving. From maintaining roads and storm sewers to snow removal, cemetery maintenance, and infrastructure improvements, our team plays a vital role in the quality of life our residents enjoy.
The City of Wahoo is seeking motivated, dependable individuals to join our Street Department as a Street Equipment Operator I or II. Whether you're an experienced public works professional or someone looking to build a rewarding career in municipal service, this position offers the opportunity to work outdoors, develop valuable skills, operate a variety of equipment, and take pride in making a visible impact throughout our community.
If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in a job well done, and want to serve your community in a meaningful way, we invite you to become part of our Public Works team.
🔧 What You'll Do
As a Street Equipment Operator, you'll help maintain and improve city infrastructure through:
- Street maintenance, repair, and construction activities
- Asphalt patching, crack sealing, curb and concrete repairs
- Storm sewer maintenance and repair activities
- Snow removal and ice control operations
- Installation and maintenance of street signs and traffic control devices
- Cemetery maintenance and burial service support
- Mowing, trimming, landscaping, and maintenance of city-owned properties
- Operation of light and heavy equipment, trucks, machinery, and power tools
- Loading, hauling, and transporting materials and equipment
- Preventative maintenance and care of vehicles and equipment
- Traffic control and job site safety setup
- Participation in emergency response and on-call operations as needed
Based on qualifications and experience, candidates may be hired as either an Equipment Operator I or Equipment Operator II.
✅ What We're Looking For
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Strong work ethic and commitment to public service
- Ability to perform outdoor physical labor in varying weather conditions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Licensing & Certifications
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required for Operator I and required within a timeframe established by the City for Operator II
- Nebraska Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator Certification (Commercial Rating), or ability to obtain within a timeframe established by the City
- Ability to maintain required certifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in public works, construction, road maintenance, utilities, landscaping, heavy equipment operation, or a related field
- Experience operating equipment, trucks, machinery, and power tools
- Knowledge of safe work practices and equipment maintenance
🌟 Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who demonstrates:
- Dependability and strong attendance
- A commitment to safety
- Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities
- Pride in maintaining public facilities and infrastructure
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- A positive attitude when working with residents and coworkers
- A desire to grow professionally and develop new skills
💙 Why Join the City of Wahoo?
- Meaningful work that directly impacts our community
- Opportunities for training, certifications, and career growth
- Variety of work both indoors and outdoors
- Team-oriented work environment
- Stable municipal employment
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- The satisfaction of seeing the results of your work throughout the city every day
📄 How to Apply
Submit the following:
- Completed City of Wahoo Employment Application
- Letter of Interest
- Resume (preferred)
📝 Please indicate "Street Equipment Operator I/II" on your application materials.
Submit by mail or email:
City of Wahoo
Attn: HR Coordinator
PO Box 398
Wahoo, NE 68066
📧 Email: baker@wahoo.ne.us
📍 Application Availability
Applications are available:
- At City Hall
- By emailing baker@wahoo.ne.us
- Online at www.wahoo.ne.us (Employment Opportunities)
- By calling 402-443-3222
🕒 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
🌟 Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Wahoo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Interested applicants should submit a job application (link below), a letter of interest and a resume if desired to: (Please indicate position applying for on application)
City of Wahoo
Attn: HR Coordinator
608 N Linden, Suite B
Wahoo, NE 68066
or via email to: baker@wahoo.ne.us
Application packets are also available at City Hall, by emailing baker@w
BENEFITS CHOICES-INSURANCE
APPLICATION
OPERATOR I-JOB DESCRIPTION
OPERATOR II-JOB DESCRIPTION
PAY SCALE-OP I & OP II