Position Description
Announcement DetailsExam Announcement Details
Exam Title Heavy Equipment Operator 1 (Earthmoving: Wheeled - Backhoe)
Exam Number 7C13-20250331-PR-03
Salary $50,318 - $55,145 per year.
Certification Rule Rule of Five (5)
Competition City-Wide Promotional
DepartmentAnnouncement Date 03/31/2025
Close Date 04/13/2025
General Definition This is skilled heavy-duty vehicle operations work, involving such equipment as earthmoving and roadbuilding vehicles, small mobile equipment with crane attachments of limited flexibility, or compactors with multiple axles or high density.
Work is distinguished from the lower-level equipment operations classes by complexity of operator functions performed, which require a substantial degree of coordination. Work may include light or heavy physical labor when not operating equipment or driving it to and from the work site. Work is performed under the supervision of crew chief or supervisor.
Union Code M. AFSCME D.C.33
FLSA Code Non-Exempt
Application Procedures CITY OF PHILADELPHIA APPLICATION INFORMATIONThank you for your interest in employment with the City of Philadelphia. Please refer to the important information below regarding this job opportunity.
1. You must complete the entire application process, provide accurate and up to date contact information, and submit all certifications, required licenses, and relevant documentation with each application or email the documents as an attachment to the Human Resources Representative listed below prior to the date of the exam.
2. The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is:
Jacky LiHuman Resources Professional 2
Hiring Services Division, Public Works Team
City of Philadelphia - Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675
Phone: 215-686-2371
Fax: 215-686-0861
Email:
[email protected]3. For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email
[email protected]Minimum Requirements
Minimum Training, Education & Experience The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.
1. CIVIL SERVICE STATUS:Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status and a Performance Rating of Satisfactory or higher.
AND2. EXPERIENCE:Six months of experience in the class of Equipment Operator 2 or a comparable City class.
OROne year of experience in the class of Equipment Operator 1.
Possession of a valid Class A or B - Commercial Drivers License (CDL) issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is required. You must submit a copy of your valid Class A or B-CDL to be approved. You must provide your license each time you apply for an exam. The Office of Human Resources does not retain copies of licenses.Physical & Medical Requirements Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.
Required Licenses & Certifications Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license with appropriate endorsements in air brakes and/or hazardous materials as required by assignment as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to the scheduled examination and during tenure of employment as a Heavy Equipment Operator 1.
Other RequirementsEquivalency Statement(s) Any equivalent combination of training and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources which has included possession of a valid class "A" or "B" commercial driver's license (CDL.)
Application Details
Notes to Applicants As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you're interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.
What We Offer:Impact - The work you do here matters to millions.
Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?
Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
Benefits - We care about your well-being.
The City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.Learn more here:
https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-serviceThe City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to
[email protected]. For more information, go to:
www.phila.gov/humanrelations The City of Philadelphia is committed to ensuring access to Civil Service examinations by providing appropriate accommodation for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Office of Human Resources (OHR) at 215-686-2350. The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant and OHR. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis using the required documentation that is submitted. Requests are to be made in a timely manner prior to the scheduled date of the Civil Service examination.
Only an on-line application will be accepted for this exam. Paper applications will not be accepted.
Computers are available in the 3-1-1 Walk-In Center located in Room 167 of City Hall (Weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM) and at your local Philadelphia Free Library branch.
For inquiries regarding City employment, contact the Office of Human Resources Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 4 PM by telephone at 215-686-0880 or by email at
[email protected].
ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on
April 13, 2025.
Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you:
1) Do not provide your complete and accurate social security number.
2) Attempt to practice fraud or deception in the preparation of this application.
All correspondence and notifications will be sent to your e-mail address or postal address listed in the contact information (address, phone #, e-mail) of your account profile. Your contact information will be automatically updated each time you submit an application for employment. It is your responsibility to change your contact information and to ensure that it is correct.
If you provide an e-mail address, all correspondence regarding this examination will be sent to you by e-mail. You should add
[email protected] to your address book or list of trusted contacts to prevent notices from being marked as spam by your e-mail provider.
Please call the Office of Human Resources at 215-686-0880 or email
[email protected] if you have any questions.
Information concerning employment with the City of Philadelphia may be found at:
https://www.phila.gov/departments/office-of-human-resources/https://www.phila.gov/departments/office-of-human-resources/jobs/civil-service-faqs/www.facebook.com/PhilaOHRwww.twitter.com/PhilaOHRwww.youtube.com/@PhilaOHRwww.linkedin.com/showcase/philahrELIGIBLE LIST
CITY-WIDE PROMOTIONAL: Departmental and interdepartmental promotional eligible lists will be established as a result of this examination. An appointment in any department may be made from either one of the above-established promotional lists as deemed appropriate by the appointing authority.
Candidates who pass the exam and are placed on the civil service list will be retained on the list for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years after the establishment of the Eligible List.
PREFERENCE FOR PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS:Candidates who have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to the date of the civil service examination shall have priority over all other persons receiving an identical test score. If you have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year immediately preceding
May 24, 2025, you are eligible to claim residency preference.
To receive such preference, candidates must respond to the question regarding residence later in this form.
The response on this application will be used to determine eligibility for preference for residents. Documentation of residence may be required if there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements.
If an applicant does not respond to the appropriate residence question, it will be assumed that the applicant does not qualify for residence preference. Eligibility for residence preference must be determined by the date of the test administration. No requests for residence preference will be granted after the test administration.
Projected Exam Date This examination will be scheduled for
May 24, 2025. Please note that this examination date is subject to change.
An Eligible List will be established the week of
May 26, 2025. Please note that this date may change.
Test Review In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.091D, candidates may review their answer sheets and other test papers to determine if they have been scored correctly or if there has been an irregularity in the administration of the examination. Candidates will have 30 days after the results have been mailed to review their test and to file a written appeal. Call 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.
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Part Seniority Rating
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