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SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (BACKHOE & BULLDOZER)

Salary

$30.99 - $42.12 Hourly

Location

City of Long Beach, CA

Job Type

Classified - Full-Time, Permanent

Job Number

J75NN-26

Department

Multiple Departments - (CL)

Opening Date

04/10/2026

Closing Date

4/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Friday, April 10, 2026, through 11:59 pm, Friday, April 24, 2026.

Vacancy Information: Current vacancies are in Parks, Recreation, & Marine, and the Public Works Department. This classification is also utilized in the Harbor Department.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under supervision, operates and maintains a bulldozer, backhoe or other equipment of similar complexity in accordance with safety regulations; services equipment; performs preventive maintenance; makes operating adjustments and minor repairs; keeps records and makes reports; performs incidental construction work; may participate in, or assist in supervising the work of a crew; may operate less complex equipment when necessary; and performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Candidates must meet the following requirement:

• Two (2) years of paid (full-time equivalent) experience and skill in the safe and efficient operation of a backhoe or bulldozer.

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of maintenance, adjustment and minor repair of a backhoe or bulldozer.

• Ability to interpret associated construction markings and descriptions.

  Willingness to work an irregular schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays;

  Willingness to respond to emergency call-outs on a 24-hour basis for some positions;

  Willingness to report to the department's facility for emergency calls within a 30-minute timeframe for some positions.

  Willingness to comply with the Anti-Drug and Alcohol Program as required by the Federal Department of Transportation regulations on an ongoing basis.

A valid Class "A" motor vehicle operator's license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of selection interview.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS

Application and Supplemental Application..................Qualifying

Performance Examination.................................................100%

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 two weeks after close of filing, 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 City's 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 hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B. J75NN-26 TM: SEO-BACKHOE/BULLDOZER HR APPROVAL: 04/10/2026

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:

· Medical and Dental Insurance

· Life Insurance

· Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

· Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

· Deferred Compensation

· Credit Union Membership

· Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

· Flexible Spending Accounts

· Free Employee Parking

· Paid Parental Leave*

*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

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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 includeSENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (BACKHOE/BULLDOZER)in the subject line.Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job?

• Yes

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  REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: Two (2) years of paid (full-time equivalent) experience and skill in the safe and efficient operation of a backhoe or bulldozeris required.Do you possess at least two (2) years of paid (full-time equivalent) experience and skill in the safe and efficient operation of a backhoe or bulldozer.

• Yes, I possess two (2) years of paid (full-time equivalent) experience and skill in the safe and efficient operation of a backhoe or bulldozer.

• No, I do not possess two (2) years of paid (full-time equivalent) experience and skill in the safe and efficient operation of a backhoe or bulldozer. I understand that selecting this option will disqualify me from this position.

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  EXPERIENCE:Indicate your years of experience in the operation of abackhoe OR bulldozer:

• No paid experience.

• 0 - 6 months

• 6 months - 11 months

• 1 year - 1 year, 11 months

• 2 or more years

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  Describe your two (2) years of paid (full-time equivalent) experience and skill in the safe and efficient operation of a backhoe or bulldozer.

To receive credit for the required experience, you must include the following information describing your experience as it relates to the requirements.Do not copy and paste your resume1) Employer(s) Name 2) Job Title 3) Dates of employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Total average hours per week 5) Duties performed for the position held

Your responseMUSTbe complete to receive credit for this experience.Incomplete responsesWILL NOT receive credit.If you do not have any related experience typeN/A.If you do not have any related experience, please indicate withNONE.

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Please describe in detail your knowledge and/or experience in the maintenance, adjustment and minor repair of a backhoe or bulldozer. Your response must demonstrate the knowledge in this area to receive credit. Incomplete responsesmay not receive credit.If you do not possess this knowledge, indicateNONE.

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This recruitment requires a performance examination to test your experience and skill in the safe and efficient operation of a backhoe or bulldozer. Please select which equipment you would like to have your performance examination on:

• Backhoe

• Bulldozer

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  In the text box below, please type the name of the equipment you have chosen to test on:Due to scheduling purposes, your selection is FINAL. No changes will be allowed!

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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 veteran's 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 (https://www.longbeach.gov/globalassets/jobs/media-library/documents/education-evaluation-services)

• Yes

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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 SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (BACKHOE/BULLDOZER), NeoGov Job Number: J75NN-26, please complete the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the following link:Local Hiring Preferences (https://forms.longbeach.gov/Forms/LocalHiringPreferences )

and upload any required verification documents in PDF format. Note: You will need to reference NeoGov Job Number: J75NN-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 visitHiring Preferences (http://www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences/ )

. Please select one of the following options to confirm your status regarding the local hiring preference points:

• I have completed the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the link provided and submitted all required documents for consideration of local hiring preference points.

• I have reviewed the eligibility criteria, and the local hiring preference points do not apply to me. I do not wish to be considered for local hiring preference points, even if eligible.

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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.

• Yes

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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.

• Yes

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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

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach

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