Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00128

Department: Public Works

Division: Public Works - Streets

Job classification: PW - Senior Streets Operator

Posting type: Internal & External

Categories: Public Safety, Public Works, Maintenance, Drivers, Grounds & Landscaping

Summary

The Town of Breckenridge Public Works Department is seeking a dedicated and customer service-oriented individual for the position of Senior Streets Operator. Individuals in this position are responsible for performing the duties of the Streets & Parks Division, including the areas of pavement maintenance, street & sidewalk construction, alleys, bridges, rights-of-way, snow & ice removal, drainage facilities including ditches, street signage and specific infrastructure relating to the Town of Breckenridge.

Additionally, individuals in this position must have the technical ability to run any given piece of equipment operated by the Streets & Park division, thus having the ability to function as shift leader during the Winter season. The individual in this position also needs to be able to operate and maintain heavy and light street maintenance equipment, and have a general knowledge of the MUTCD manual and how it is related to the Town's right-of-ways. Highly desired applicants will attend professional development training, will understand and support the Town's Core Values as well as the Town's goals and policies.

For additional information regarding this position including important roles, essential job duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, materials and equipment used, working environment, and physical activity required, please view the full position description.

Examples of duties

FULL-TIME YEAR-ROUND EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & PERKS:

At the Town of Breckenridge, we believe that supporting our employees' well-being is essential to creating an engaged, connected, and high-performing workforce. As part of our commitment to our employees and their families, we offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes quality health benefits, generous leave, retirement savings opportunities, wellness programs, employee events, and a variety of other resources designed to support employees both at work and beyond. For further details on the Town’s benefits package, please click here.

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with 100% employer covered premiums for employee only coverage
• Retirement Benefits – Town contributes 7% after 6 months and 9% after 6 years into the 401a plus opportunity to invest in a 457 or Roth IRA
• Generous Leave Programs including 8.5 Holidays, Personal, Annual, Sick, Volunteer Time Off and Sabbatical Leave
• Free Recreation Wellness Pass for employees and their families for the Recreation Center, Gold Run Nordic Center, and the Stephen C. West Ice Arena as well as substantially discounted golf rates at the Breckenridge Golf Club

Perks Highlights:

• Leadership Development & Training Opportunities
• Tuition and Education Reimbursement
• Employee transitional housing support, Down Payment Assistance Program and Rental Deposit Assistance Program
• Tenure Award Recognition
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Early Registration and discounted Youth After School and Camp Programs at the Breckenridge Recreation Center
• Free Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at various Town-owned locations
• Free Breck E-Ride electric bikeshare membership

Town of Breckenridge Core Values:

The Town of Breckenridge’s Core Values guide us in fostering an inclusive Community, embracing Adaptability and Innovation, upholding Integrity, promoting effective Communication, and practicing Stewardship to responsibly manage Town resources.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to meet requirements for CDL holders with respect to the Town's "Drug & Alcohol Policy for Safety-Sensitive positions under FMCSA Guidelines".
• Must be able to work four (4) 10-hour shifts or five (5) 8-hour shifts per week that may include swing shifts and/or nights. Some on call may be required depending on the needs of the organization.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES REQUIRED:

• Must pass a background check with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record prior to employment.
• Valid CDL (Class A or B), with Tanker Endorsement required within 60 days of hire.
• Valid Department of Transportation Physical card required within 30 days of hire.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) year experience in a crew lead position desirable, or an equivalent combination of skills, experience, and abilities.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in streets maintenance or related heavy equipment field preferred.
• A general, common sense working knowledge of the department and maintenance procedures, construction techniques, heavy & light equipment operation; street and drainage maintenance procedures, infrastructure composition, modern road construction methods, and hand & power tool usage.
• Ability to work any shift assigned (including early morning, days, swing, nights, weekends, holidays).
• Knowledge of safe maintenance procedures and equipment operation, and ability to detect hazards and violations and recommend corrective actions.

Supplemental information

Hiring Pay Range: $27.50 - $33.06 per hour, or $57,200 - $68,764 if annualized.

Full Pay Range: $27.50 - $38.62 per hour, or $57,200 - $80,329.60 if annualized.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Must be able to work four 10hr shifts or five 8hr shifts a week that may include swings and/or nights. Some on call may be required depending on the needs of the organization.

Potential Housing Available

The Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before confirming your job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.