Equipment Operator

North Dakota Department of Transportation; Beulah (ND); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking Equipment Operators in Beulah, ND to maintain highways and structures, operate heavy equipment, and perform winter maintenance. You will support signage and guardrail upkeep and keep roadways clear of hazards.

Positions are available at Operator II, Operator I, or Training levels, requiring valid ND driver licenses (A or B) and endorsements. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliable on-call availability during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Valid North Dakota Class A driver license with no air brake restrictions and cargo tank endorsement (N) by start date.
• Alternate if no A license: Class B license with no air brake restrictions.
• Training option available as Equipment Operator in Training with 12-month license acquisition window.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for highway, roadway and structure maintenance.
• Install, repair, and maintain highway signs and guardrails.
• Maintain road and radio system equipment; perform basic preventive maintenance.
• Complete paperwork: time records, activity reports, road reports; follow safety protocols.
• Be available for emergency events, including after-hours work within 30 minutes notice.

Skills

Safety awareness

Emergency readiness

Teamwork

Education

North Dakota Class A driver license (with air brake restrictions waived)

Cargo tank endorsement (N)

North Dakota Class B driver license (no air brake restrictions)

Job description

Summary Of Work

Dickinson District, Beulah Section, Beulah, ND

Shape the Future of Transportation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation!

Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career with purpose, we encourage you to apply today!

NDDOT Equipment Operator II Salary $4,937 per month

NDDOT Equipment Operator I Salary $4,375 per month

Filling this position as an Equipment Operator in Training may be considered if unable to fill as an Operator I or Operator II. The salary would be $4,157 per month.

As an Equipment Operator, you will perform highway, roadway, and structure maintenance. This includes operating heavy equipment to perform required maintenance duties like basic snow and ice control/removal. You will complete highway maintenance duties, which include assisting in installing, repairing, and maintaining highway signs and guardrails. To complete these tasks and others assigned, you will operate power tools and other equipment to perform maintenance duties. Part of this job is to keep the roadways clear of any hazards, this includes litter, waste, debris, garbage, and carcasses.

You will complete building and ground maintenance duties, and general routine maintenance of the roadway and radio system equipment. You will also perform minor preventive and repair maintenance on vehicles and equipment. Maintain necessary paperwork, including time records, activity reporting, daily diary, road reports, etc. You will receive training and perform construction project duties under close supervision.

An important part of this position and the culture at the NDDOT is to maintain a safe working environment for yourself, your coworkers, and others.

For a closer look at what this role involves, check out this short video, or this web-based job tour. View the Career Profile for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered 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. In addition, two years of relevant experience or one year of experience and one season of winter operations similar to NDDOT.

To be considered as an Equipment Operator I, you must have a valid North Dakota Class B driver license without air brake restrictions.

If unable to find a candidate with preferred experience, will consider filling this position as an Equipment Operator in Training, which requires a valid North Dakota Class A driver permit without air brake restrictions and a cargo tank endorsement (N) by the first day of work. The employee will have 12 months to obtain a North Dakota Class A driver license without air brake restrictions and a cargo-tank endorsement (N).

• Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) reflecting the required abilities for this position may be substituted for the required work experience on a year-for-year basis. Related MOS codes include Truck Driver (88M), Horizontal Construction Engineer (12N), and Pavements & Construction (3E2X1).

This position requires reporting to work within 30 minutes, after hours, on weekends, and on holidays during emergency events.

Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process and the required drug test, job function screening, reference check, driver record check and federal clearinghouse query screening.

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The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

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