Heavy Equipment Operator - Central Arizona Project

The pay rate listed ($42.67 per hour) reflects our STARTING PAY only and does not reflect the full range which steps up to $47.41 per hour (top pay typically reached within two years with proven mastery of skills and good performance).
 
About Central Arizona Project 
Central Arizona Project (CAP), a 336-mile system that brings Colorado River water to central and southern Arizona, delivers the state's single largest renewable water supply and serves 80% of the state's population.
 

Compensation & Benefits Package includes:

• Competitive Salaries
• Arizona State Retirement System - Pension
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life insurance, LTD, Short-term disability
• 4-10 (Mon-Thur) work schedule
• Paid training & tuition reimbursement
• 9 paid holidays
• Paid vacation & sick time
• Wellness programs
• No benefits waiting period
• Relocation benefits
• Significant training and development opportunities
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer

About the Position
This position is critical to CAP’s operation as it provides support to other Departments by transporting stop logs, bulkhead gates, and pumping plant parts. As a Heavy Equipment Operator for CAP, you would operate all Central Arizona Project (CAP) heavy earth moving equipment for the operation and maintenance of the aqueduct system including civil structures such as protective dikes, O&M roads, drainages, etc. You would service and maintain adjustments on heavy equipment to ensure proper positioning and equipment. You would keep related records maintenance logs.
 
About the Qualifications
To be considered for this Heavy Equipment Operator position, you should have a high school diploma/GED; at least five years of experience operating heavy equipment (or have completed a related 3-year apprenticeship); at least one year of experience operating heavy haul transport; and an Arizona Class “A” CDL with tanker endorsement. Also, you should be able to demonstrate your working knowledge of overweight and over-dimension laws for the transport of heavy equipment as well as working knowledge of traffic control devices, basic surveying technique, basic hand signal operations, soil conditions, and blueprint interpretation. Preference given to those who have the ability to lead and motivate teams effectively, adapt, and make strategic decisions.
 
Please note: Physical testing, functional testing, and drug screening will apply. See the position description on our website for more information about physical requirements and environment.
 
If you are experienced and highly skilled in the responsibilities of this job, thrive in a team-focused work environment, and are looking for a rewarding career with a stable organization in the Mesa area, then we encourage you to apply online today!
Your water, your future.