Equipment Operator

State of North Dakota; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Dakota seeks an Equipment Operator responsible for the maintenance of highways and roadways. This role includes operating heavy machinery for essential tasks such as snow removal and managing roadway hazards. The position requires a valid driver license and two years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Fully paid family health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement options

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Valid North Dakota Class A/B driver license required.
• Two years of relevant experience or one year plus a winter season of operations preferred.
• Ability to maintain safety and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on highways, roadways, and structures.
• Operate heavy equipment for snow and ice control.
• Maintain necessary paperwork and records.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety maintenance

Record keeping

Education

North Dakota Class A driver license

North Dakota Class B driver license

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Williston District, Watford City Section, ND

If you value professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence, you have come to the right place. We are looking for a candidate who embodies the values of the NDDOT.

At the North Dakota Department of Transportation, we offer rewarding work opportunities with a competitive employee benefits package, including a fully paid family health insurance plan, paid leave, retirement options, work-life balance and flexibility, tuition reimbursement, and more!

Filling this position as an Equipment Operator in Training may be considered if we cannot fill the role as an Operator I or Operator II. The salary for this position is $4,075 per month.

*This position qualifies for a Regional Pay Differential of $800 per month.

Summary of Work

As an Equipment Operator, you will perform highway, roadway, and structure maintenance, including operating heavy equipment for snow and ice control/removal, installing, repairing, and maintaining highway signs and guardrails. You will operate power tools and other equipment to complete these tasks and others assigned. A key responsibility is keeping roadways clear of hazards such as litter, waste, debris, garbage, and carcasses.

You will also handle building and ground maintenance, routine roadway and radio system maintenance, and minor repairs on vehicles and equipment. Maintaining necessary paperwork, such as time records, activity reports, daily diaries, and road reports, is part of your duties. You will receive training and perform construction project duties under close supervision.

An essential aspect of this role and the NDDOT culture is maintaining a safe working environment for yourself, your coworkers, and others.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify as an Equipment Operator II, you must have a valid North Dakota Class A driver license without air brake restrictions and a cargo tank endorsement (N) by the first day of work, along with two years of relevant experience or one year of experience plus one winter season of operations similar to NDDOT.

For Equipment Operator I, a valid North Dakota Class B driver license without air brake restrictions is required.

If a candidate with the preferred experience cannot be found, the position may be filled as an Equipment Operator in Training, requiring a valid North Dakota Class A driver permit without air brake restrictions and a cargo tank endorsement (N) by the first day. The employee will have 12 months to obtain a North Dakota Class A driver license without restrictions and a cargo tank endorsement (N).

This position requires reporting within 30 minutes, including after-hours, weekends, and holidays during emergency events.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the interview, drug test, medical screening, reference check, driver record check, and federal clearinghouse query.

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