EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I-III
Salary
$21.86 - $35.80 Hourly
Location
City of Long Beach, CA
Job Type
Classified - Full-Time, Permanent
Job Number
J18AN-26
Department
Multiple Departments - (CL)
Opening Date
06/23/2026
Closing Date
7/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
Applications are available online beginning Tuesday, June 23, 2026, through 11:59 pm, Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade I - $21.855-$29.868 Hourly
Grade II - $24.096-$32.930 Hourly
Grade III - $26.445-$35.802 Hourly
VACANCY INFORMATION:
This position is currently utilized in the Airport, Harbor, Long Beach Utilities, Public Works, and Parks, Recreation & Marine Departments. Current vacancies exist in the Public Works and Parks, Recreation & Marine departments.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Under supervision, operates and maintains various mechanized equipment used in construction, landscaping, and maintenance work; makes minor repairs and adjustments in the field; loads and unloads heavy objects; keeps records and reports operating conditions; observes safety regulations; performs construction work and manual labor as necessary; may supervise others in conjunction with duties; and performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
One (1) year of paid, full-time equivalent experience in the safe and efficient operation of construction, landscaping, or public utilities maintenance type equipment such as articulated front wheel loader, skip loader, skid steer, dump truck, pick-up truck and trailer, root cutter, hydra hammer, three blade riding mower, street sweeper, etc., and adjustment and minor repair of such equipment.
A valid motor vehicle operator's license
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work weekends, holidays, overtime and on-call as required;
Ability to respond to emergency calls within a thirty-minute timeframe and available to serve on a rotating emergency callout list may be required.
Positions in the Harbor Department require employees to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) prior to completion of probation.
Positions in the Airport Department require night, weekend, holiday and shift work and require employees to obtain an Airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) access badge and an Airfield Driving Permit prior to passing probation.
Some positions require a Class A or B motor vehicle operators license or commercial operator's license with a tank endorsement prior to completion of probation.
A valid motor vehicle operator's license and current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of selection.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a Class A or B motor vehicle operators license is desirable for some positions. Possession of a Class A or B Driver's Permit desirable for some positions in the Public Works Department. Possession of a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) or a Forklift certificate or Crane Operator certificate recognized by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) is highly desirable for some positions in the Harbor Department. Drought Tolerant Landscape experience is highly desirable for some positions in the Utilities Department. Current knowledge of City Standard Plans and MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) is highly desirable for some positions in the Public Works Department.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application and Supplemental Application......................................Qualifying
Performance Examination......................................................................100%
A valid motor vehicle operators license will be required at the time of the performance examination.
Performance examination will be conducted on applicants choice of any 2 of the 4 categories of equipment listed below:
Skip loader, front loader, skid steer, OR articulating loader
Proof of a valid Class C driver's license is required at the performance examination
Utility street sweeper
Proof of a valid Class C driver's license is required at the performance examination
Three blade riding mower
Proof of a valid Class C driver's license is required at the performance examination
Pick-up truck with trailer OR Medium dump truck with trailer
Proof of a valid Class C driver's license is required for the Pick-up truck with trailer at the performance examination
Proof of a valid Class A driver's license is required for the Medium dump truck with trailer at the performance examination
A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.
In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)
This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences.
If you have not received notification of the status of your application after two weeks of filing your application, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
In support of the Citys Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For the hearing impaired, call (562)570-7008.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
J.O.B. J18AN-26 EO:TM HR APPROVAL 06/23/2026
Employee Benefits
The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
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INSTRUCTIONS: The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Resumes should be attached, but may not be substituted in lieu of the required application forms (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume"). Please be advised that failure to answer required questions will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. The application, supplemental questionnaire, and attachments must be completed and received by the filing deadline. Proof of any required documents must be uploaded to the online application. Please be advised that failure to provide the required documents will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-7008 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday or email hr-talentacquisition@longbeach.gov and include EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I-III in the subject line. Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job?
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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: One year of paid, full-time equivalent experience in the safe and efficient operation of construction, landscaping, or public utilities maintenance type equipment such as articulated front wheel loader, skip loader, skid steer, dump truck, pick-up truck and trailer, root cutter, hydra hammer, three blade riding mower, street sweeper, etc., and adjustment and minor repair of such equipment is required. Please indicate the amount of experience you possess?
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EXPERIENCE: One year of paid, full-time equivalent experience in the safe and efficient operation of construction, landscaping, or public utilities maintenance type equipment such as articulated front wheel loader, skip loader, skid steer, dump truck, pick-up truck and trailer, root cutter, hydra hammer, three blade riding mower, street sweeper, etc., and adjustment and minor repair of such equipment is required. Describe your one year of paid full-time equivalent experience in the safe and efficient operation of construction, landscaping, or public utilities maintenance type equipment such as articulated front wheel loader, skip loader, skid steer, dump truck, pick-up truck and trailer, root cutter, hydra hammer, three blade riding mower, street sweeper, etc., and adjustment and minor repair of such equipment. You MUST include the following:
Required Information: 1) Employer Name 2) Job Title 3) Dates of employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Hours worked per week 5) Detailed description of the duties of the position. Your response must be complete to receive credit for this experience. Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit. If you do not have any related experience, indicate NONE.
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A valid drivers license will be required at the time of the performance exam. Please indicate the following license you currently possess or will possess at the time of the performance exam.
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This recruitment requires a performance examination to test your experience and skill in the safe and efficient operation of equipment such as articulated front wheel loader, skip loader, skid steer, dump truck, pick-up truck and trailer, three blade riding mower, and street sweeper. NOTE Performance examination will be conducted on applicants choice of any 2 of the 4 categories of equipment listed below: Please select your FIRST choice of equipment you would like to have your performance examination on:
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This recruitment requires a performance examination to test your experience and skill in the safe and efficient operation of equipment such as articulated front wheel loader, skip loader, skid steer, dump truck, pick-up truck and trailer, three blade riding mower, and street sweeper. NOTE Performance examination will be conducted on applicants choice of any 2 of the 4 categories of equipment listed below: Please select your SECOND choice of equipment you would like to have your performance examination on:
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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (OPTIONAL) Do you possess any of the following? Check all that apply. If you do not have any the following below, this will not disqualify you from this position.
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The City of Long Beach offers local hiring preference points to applicants who meet certain criteria, including residency, higher education, internal non-career employment, and completion of internships or apprenticeships. If you would like to be considered for these points for EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I-III, NeoGov Job Number: J18AN-26, please complete the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the following link: Local Hiring Preferences
and upload any required verification documents in PDF format. Note: You will need to reference NeoGov Job Number: J18AN-26. Incomplete questionnaires or missing documents will result in your application being reviewed without the application of local hiring preference points. For any questions or for more information, please call the Talent Acquisition help desk at (562) 570-7008 or visit Hiring Preferences
. Please select one of the following options to confirm your status regarding the local hiring preference points:
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS By answering yes, I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at the time of filing will result in my application being considered incomplete. Proofs for this position may include: college transcripts/degrees and/or DD-214 Member 4 Form, if claiming veterans preference. Please note that candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.
For information on evaluation services: Education Evaluation Services
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By answering "yes", I understand that the City of Long Beach utilizes electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information related to job applications submitted online through Governmentjobs.com. As an applicant, if I do not wish to receive emails from the City of Long Beach and decide to unsubscribe from email notifications and/or text messages, I may miss important information (i.e. employment opportunities) regarding the status of any job applications that I submit online. If you have questions or need clarification, please contact the Talent Acquisition Division at (562) 570-7008.
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By answering "yes" and submitting this application, I certify the following that: 1) I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge; and 2) I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment. I understand and acknowledge the aforementioned statement.
Required Question
Employer City of Long Beach
Department Multiple Departments - (CL) Address Human Resources Department
411 W. Ocean Blvd., 4th Fl
Long Beach, California, 90802
Phone (562) 570-6202