Senior Equipment Operator

Job Description:

Senior Equipment Operator

Description

Water Department - Stormwater Repair Division
Location: 1800 Prospect
Pay: $22.61-$34.48 per hour

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline: October 30, 2026

Responsibilities

What you'll do

• Operate trucks, tractors, and other heavy-duty construction and cleaning equipment to install, repair, replace, clean, and maintain stormwater structures,
• Operate excavators to dig deep trenches for the installation of stormwater mains.
• Transport and install heavy precast concrete stormwater boxes to maintain and upgrade stormwater systems.
• Operate backhoes to excavate deep ditches for the repair, installation, and replacement of stormwater mains.
• Dig and backfill ditches and lay pipe for stormwater lines and mains.
• Operate tractor-trailers to transport heavy equipment using heavy-duty transport trailers.
• Operate high loaders with capacities of 2½ cubic yards.
• Participate in snow plowing and snow removal operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What success looks like

• Stormwater repairs and installations are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule
• Heavy equipment is operated efficiently with minimal rework or damage
• Job sites are restored properly and meet safety and quality standards
• Snow and weather response duties are performed reliably when needed
• You are viewed as a dependable, skilled operator who supports team success

What you get

• Hands-on work with specialized heavy equipment
• Opportunities to build advanced equipment and infrastructure skills

Why this role matters
Stormwater systems protect homes, streets, and critical infrastructure from flooding and water damage. As a Senior Equipment Operator, your work helps keep the city safe, functional, and resilient during heavy rain and severe weather.
What you'll bring

• Proven ability to safely operate heavy construction and excavation equipment
• Experience working on stormwater, utility, or underground infrastructure projects
• Strong awareness of job-site safety and equipment operation standards
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying conditions
• Reliability, teamwork, and pride in quality workmanship

Qualifications

REQUIRES:

• 2 years of increasingly responsible experience in the operation of heavy and complex construction and maintenance equipment.
• Must possess a valid state -issued driver's license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies.
• May be required to possess a valid MO Class A, B, or C CDL prior to the end of the employee's probationary period as determined by the department.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.