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Public Works Operations Specialist - Street
- Cape Girardeau, Missouri
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Public Works Operations Specialist - Street
- Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701 United States
- City of Cape Girardeau
- May 31, 2026
- Full Time
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- Full Time
- May 31, 2026
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General Definition of Work

Performs work in the operation of heavy equipment to maintain and repair the streets of the City of Cape Girardeau.

Essential Functions

• Operates heavy equipment and vehicles use to repair city streets.

• Transports equipment to and from work sites.

• Assists concrete crew as needed; builds forms, pours concrete and finished concrete.

• Responds to emergency call out situations as required.

• Performs seasonal snow and ice removal duties.

• Repairs concrete and asphalt streets as required.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency and three (3) years experience and demonstrate

proficiency in heavy equipment operations on construction site.

• Must comply with Missouri CDL requirements and possess and maintain a valid Class "B" or

better CDL.

• Preference will be given to candidates for the Street Sweeper Operator position that have a

minimum of six (6) months experience.

Salary per hour $19.52, plus a generous benefit package.

Bi-weekly pay periods.
Thirteen paid holidays per year.
96 hours of vacation - accrued throughout the year.
96 hours of sick leave - accrued throughout the year.
2 days of personal leave per fiscal year. Must be employed on July 1 of the fiscal year to receive.
City paid monthly premiums for health and dental insurance - Employee only.
City paid monthly life insurance for employee only (1 times annual salary up to $50,000).
Optional group term life insurance purchased at employee's expense.
Optional vision insurance purchased at employee's expense.
Voluntary deferred compensation plan - not matched by the City.
Retirement (LAGERS) paid by the City. Missouri LAGERS - A Secure Retirement for All (molagers.org).
Total compensation value (Hourly starting rate plus benefits value) for this position is $29.19 hourly/$60,706 yearly.

Before final appointment, successful applicant will be required to successfully complete a drug test, background investigation and pre-employment physical.

The City of Cape Girardeau reserves the right to notify only those individuals selected for an interview as to their status of their application for employment. EOE/ADA/M/F/V General Definition of Work

Performs work in the operation of heavy equipment to maintain and repair the streets of the City of Cape Girardeau.

Essential Functions

• Operates heavy equipment and vehicles use to repair city streets.

• Transports equipment to and from work sites.

• Assists concrete crew as needed; builds forms, pours concrete and finished concrete.

• Responds to emergency call out situations as required.

• Performs seasonal snow and ice removal duties.

• Repairs concrete and asphalt streets as required.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency and three (3) years experience and demonstrate

proficiency in heavy equipment operations on construction site.

• Must comply with Missouri CDL requirements and possess and maintain a valid Class "B" or

better CDL.

• Preference will be given to candidates for the Street Sweeper Operator position that have a

minimum of six (6) months experience.

Salary per hour $19.52, plus a generous benefit package.

Bi-weekly pay periods.
Thirteen paid holidays per year.
96 hours of vacation - accrued throughout the year.
96 hours of sick leave - accrued throughout the year.
2 days of personal leave per fiscal year. Must be employed on July 1 of the fiscal year to receive.
City paid monthly premiums for health and dental insurance - Employee only.
City paid monthly life insurance for employee only (1 times annual salary up to $50,000).
Optional group term life insurance purchased at employee's expense.
Optional vision insurance purchased at employee's expense.
Voluntary deferred compensation plan - not matched by the City.
Retirement (LAGERS) paid by the City. Missouri LAGERS - A Secure Retirement for All (molagers.org).
Total compensation value (Hourly starting rate plus benefits value) for this position is $29.19 hourly/$60,706 yearly.

Before final appointment, successful applicant will be required to successfully complete a drug test, background investigation and pre-employment physical.

The City of Cape Girardeau reserves the right to notify only those individuals selected for an interview as to their status of their application for employment. EOE/ADA/M/F/V
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Whether you’re starting your career or seeking new opportunities, these roles provide pathways for growth, security, and service.

Explore positions across a wide range of fields and take the first step toward a rewarding future in public service.
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