CONSTRUCTION COUNTY - UTILITY WORKER
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Job summary
La Crosse County is seeking a manual laborer for the County Highway Department, based in West Salem. The role involves a variety of road maintenance tasks and operating equipment, with emphasis on safety and adherence to county procedures.
The job requires high school completion or GED, and valid driver’s license with CDL-Class A and air brake endorsements within six months; a pre-employment drug screen is required.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- One year of road grading/snow plowing, road construction, light/heavy equipment operation and manual labor preferred.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
Responsibilities
- Repair highway surfaces and fences using hand tools; place gravel on roadways and shoulders.
- Assist in bridge repairs.
- Operate highway equipment and trucks; perform routine vehicle maintenance.
- Ensure safety practices and report hazards.
- Maintain courteous, respectful conduct with the public and staff at all times.
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Job description
301 Carlson Rd, West Salem, WI 54669, USA
Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Welcome to La Crosse County — Where Your Work Truly Matters
Every day, our unique teams contribute to our vision of a community that is vibrant, safe, and resilient. Whether you're supporting families, safeguarding natural resources, maintaining infrastructure, or delivering essential services, your work here creates real impact for the people who live, work, and visit our county.
What You’ll Gain by Joining Us
- A Future You Can Count On: Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), one of the most respected pension programs in the nation.
- Reliable, Affordable Coverage: Countywide insurance plans plus growing access to local, no-cost care options for everyday health needs.
- Time Off That Works For You: You’ll have two dedicated banks of vacation and sick time, giving you the freedom to plan real downtime when you need it—and the peace of mind to take care of yourself when you’re under the weather.
- Start earning vacation and sick time your very first day
- Bank up to 2× your annual vacation accrual
- Build up to 150 sick days as a full time employee
A Place Where Everyone Belongs
We believe our workforce should reflect the community we serve. We’re committed to fostering a culture of respect, inclusion, and belonging—because diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes for everyone.
FLSA: Non-ExemptThis is a manual laborer position in the County Highway Department operating out of the Highway Shop in West Salem. Employees are selected by the Highway Commissioner and are supervised and responsible to the Crew Leader on the job. Employees exercise some independent judgment in performing job duties. Employees perform a variety of skilled and unskilled labor functions to maintain roadways while working under close to moderate supervision.
Demonstrate mutual respect, humility, and honesty in all interactions
Speak up appropriately, even when expressing unpopular viewpoints
Actively listen and remain open-minded to diverse perspectives
Set clear goals and objectives to motivate self and others to achieve outcomes
Seek new opportunities to improve processes and drive sustainable results
Hold self and others accountable through consistent evaluation and monitoring
Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and growth
Provide mentorship and support to help self and others reach full potential
Recognize and leverage diverse strengths within self and team
Understand and communicate a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals
Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve long-term objectives
Connect daily work to the bigger picture, inspiring self and others to contribute meaningfully
Navigate complex situations by considering multiple perspectives
Adapt quickly to changes and uncertainties in the work environment
Make critical decisions using analytical skills, experience, and input from others
Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization
Influence others through coaching, consulting, and team-minded thinking
Develop and sustain partnerships that create positive outcomes for all stakeholders
Understand and address the needs and concerns of the community
Drive initiatives that create positive impacts beyond the organization
Show self-awareness and manage emotions effectively in challenging situations
Seek and respond constructively to feedback, even in the face of setbacks
Balance empathy with accountability when leading self and working with others
Repairs highway surface and fences and performs other repairs using various hand tools. Places gravel on roadways and roadway shoulders.
Assists in bridge repairs.
Mows grass, shovels snow, hauls debris, rakes, prunes shrubs and trees, and cuts weeds and brush using hand tools and chainsaws.
Loads and unloads highway guardrails and signs.
Assists in the operation of graders, mowers and other highway equipment. Drives dump trucks and other small trucks; picks up and hauls debris.
Operates a variety of machines, tools and equipment; performs simple maintenance to equipment, including refueling, greasing, cleaning.
Works safely and follows safety practices and standards of the Highway Department and is responsible for reporting or correcting any existing or potential safety or accident hazard.
In this public service position, employee is required to be courteous, cooperative and respectful at all times, with the public and clients. Also establishes and maintains a courteous, cooperative and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors and public officials.
Physical demands: Approximately 75% of time is spent performing various manual labor tasks lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, using hand tools, walking uneven terrain. Occasionally lifts 75 to 100 lbs. and occasionally climbs hills and roadsides. Other 25% is spent performing other duties, such as, riding in truck or driving truck and operating other equipment and using verbal communication with other employees. Work is performed outdoors in all types of weather, including rain, snow, and extreme cold and heat; dramatic shifts in temperature, and dust, noise, vibrations and mechanical hazards are factors. Uses various equipment such as hand and power tools, chainsaws, shovels, picks, hammers and brooms. Steel tip boots and other protective items are required to be worn. Requires near and far vision for driving vehicles, inspecting road and operating equipment. Reads and writes instructions and records. Tasks may involve exposure to blood/body fluids.
Assists in crew work when required.
This job description is not intended to encompass every job duty or responsibility but is only illustrative. This position is required to perform other duties as may be assigned or required.
Working knowledge of highway maintenance work.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Ability to work under varying climatic conditions.
Ability to perform work assigned, under the titles within this class.
Ability to progress to higher levels of work such as Equipment Operator.
Graduation from high school or GED, with ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions.
One year previous experience performing road grading/snow plowing, road construction, light/heavyequipment operation and manual labor preferred.
Successful passing of machinery operations skills tests.
Must be available for overtime work.
Good work record and proven track record of dependability.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record.
At the time of hire, must have valid Class A Wisconsin Commercial Drivers License with air brake endorsement.
Within six months after hire, must obtain tanker and combination vehicle endorsements.
Must pass pre-employment drug screen due to CDL requirements.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve.
If you require a disability-related accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, reach out to Human Resources at jobs@lacrossecounty.org — we're here to help.
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301 Carlson Rd, West Salem, WI 54669, USA
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