Dredge Operator 2 (Statewide Dredge)-20050046

State of Ohio

Millersport (OH)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 34,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) seeks a Dredge Operator 2 to support the Division of Parks & Watercraft, based at Buckeye Lake State Park. The role involves weekly travel to parks statewide, operating dredge equipment, and maintaining DMRA sites. A commercial driver’s license (CDL) is required; CDL A or B preferred.

Starting pay is $22.29/hr with increases to $24.63/hr and potential COLA. Work hours are 7:00am–6:00pm, Monday through Thursday, with a permanent full-time schedule.

Qualifications

  • 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in heavy equipment operation & maintenance
  • valid commercial driver's license (CDL)

Responsibilities

  • Operate heavy equipment to maintain dredge material relocation areas and lake improvement projects.
  • Remove sediment and aquatic vegetation from waterways.
  • Operate dredge related equipment such as tandem dump truck and pickup truck.

Skills

Equipment Operations
Heavy equipment operation

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Organization: Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information: Alana Ranke 614-265-6983 alana.ranke@dnr.ohio.gov

Work Location:
2905 Liebs Island Rd
Millersport, Ohio, 43046
United States

Compensation: $22.29/hr.

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm M-Thurs

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Equipment Operations

Who We Are

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, managesover 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Departmentof Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use andprotection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!
Across our 12 divisions and support services, weemploy office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists,engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever yourpassion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!
Workingat ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities toparticipate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, andannually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair!Weroutinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamedon Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

What You'll Do

Weare seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want toplay a key role for the position of Dredge Operator 2 within the Division of Parks &Watercraft, headquartered at Buckeye Lake State Park, assigned to Fairfield county. The address is 2905 Liebs Island Rd Millersport OH 43046. To learn more about Buckeye Lake State Park please visit Buckeye Lake State Park | Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Please note this is a travel position, you will travel weekly to parks around the state depending on project need. This position also requires a Commercial Drivers License, CDL A or B.

  • Operate heavy equipment to maintain dredge material relocation areas (DMRA's) & lake improvement projects.
  • Remove sediment & aquatic vegetation from waterways.
  • Operate dredge related equipment such as tandem dump truck, pickup truck.
  • Starting hourly pay of $22.29/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service with an end salary of $24.63/hr.
  • There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates. OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services
Additional Information

To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/ProgramAdministrator at 614-265-6992 or mohammad.yakubu@dnr.ohio.gov.
Effective July 1, 2015 applicants mustapply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department ofDevelopmental Disabilities (DODD).

The final candidate selected for theposition will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminalconvictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for aposition. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictionswill be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

NOTES:

Bargaining unit applicants will be given consideration for applicable positions, pursuant to collective bargaining agreement.

Selection devices, proficiency testingand/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and isproficient in the minimum qualifications for this position. If you are applying for the sameclassification within a six month period, your previous score from theselection instrument (interview, proficiency test and/or assessment) may becarried forward for consideration.

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All finalapplicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit tourinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicantwith a positive test shall not be offered employment. This position is alsosubject to federal testing regulations pursuant to 49 CFR Part 40 (Federal Drugand Alcohol Regulations) and 49 CFR Part 382 (Federal Motor Carrier SafetyAdministration) which prohibits the use of marijuana, including medicalmarijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for apositive drug test for final applicants in this position.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

  • Medical Coverage
  • Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
  • Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
  • Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
  • Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications
  • 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in heavy equipment operation & maintenance 6 mos. trg or 6 mos. exp. in equipment safety practices valid commercial driver's license.
  • –Or 12 mos. exp. as Dredge Operator 1, 54421 valid commercial driver's license.
  • –Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Note: The final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment, per Section 3719.01 & 3719.41 of Ohio Revised Code. Job Skill: Equipment Operations
ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

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