Equipment Operator

State of Kansas; Kansas; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Equipment Operators to maintain highways and facilities in Kansas. This role involves operating heavy machinery and performing manual labor for maintenance tasks, including snow and ice control. With opportunities for on-the-job training, candidates can also apply for the Equipment Operator Trainee program if they lack a Class A CDL. The position offers a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. Join a team committed to safety and excellence in public service!

Benefits

Paid Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid On-the-Job Training

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Must obtain a CDL within 90 days of hire and maintain it.
• Pre-employment physical and drug testing required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance activities using various equipment and tools.
• Set up traffic control and maintain highways and facilities.

Skills

Manual Labor

Equipment Operation

Traffic Control

Snow and Ice Control

Education

Valid Driver’s License

Class A CDL (preferred)

Tools

Chain Saws

Weed Eaters

Jackhammers

Dump Trucks

Loaders

Tractors

Job description

• Work-Life Balance Programs: Paid Leave: Vacation, Holidays, Parental, Military, Sick, Funeral, and Jury Duty. Employee Assistance Program for help managing daily life at no cost to you. Infant at Work Program. Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
• First-Day Coverage: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance. Tax Advantage Accounts: HSA, HRA, FSA with qualifying plans.
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid basic group life. Optional group life insurance available at a reasonable cost.
• Retirement: KPERS and Deferred Compensation.
• Other Benefits: Tuition reimbursement, paid on-the-job training programs, personal and professional development opportunities, employee discounts with the STAR Program, and more!

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Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

The Equipment Operator position(s) is located in Cimarron, Kansas. These positions require a Class A CDL with Air Brake option and Tanker Endorsement at the time of hire. If you do not currently have a Class A CDL but are still interested in employment with the Kansas Department of Transportation, you may still qualify for our Equipment Operator Trainee program, which is a paid position providing on-the-job training while working towards obtaining a CDL. You may apply through this job ad for either Equipment Operator or Equipment Operator Trainee roles.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Perform manual labor associated with maintenance activities, including operation of equipment such as chain saws, weed eaters, pumps, compressors, jackhammers, generators, power tools, and various hand tools.
• Set up and remove temporary traffic control and serve as flag person for maintenance work zones.
• Maintain highways and facilities through repairs, resurfacing, mowing, and snow and ice control.
• Operate dump trucks, loaders, mowers, tractors, rollers, and power brooms for maintenance tasks. Operate loader or truck-mounted plow and spreader in snow and ice control operations.
• On-the-job training is provided.

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License at time of appointment.

Preferred Requirements:

• Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brake option and Tanker Endorsement at time of appointment.

Post-Offer / Pre-employment Requirements:

• A CDL must be obtained within 90 days of hire and maintained. KDOT provides CDL training at no cost to employees.
• This position is subject to pre-employment physical testing. The selected candidate must pass the screening as a condition of employment.
• This CDL position is subject to drug and alcohol testing under the US Department of Transportation. The candidate must pass a DOT pre-employment / pre-duty drug test. Participation in random testing, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing is required.
• Any Commercial Driver with a confirmed positive result or the equivalent, not successfully completing all rehabilitation and follow-up testing, is ineligible for this position (per SOM 2.1.10).
• Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is required per Executive Order 2004-03. Selected applicants must apply for this certificate within 10 days of the offer letter via the Kansas Department of Revenue's website. Assistance can be obtained by contacting KDOR at [phone] or email [emailprotected].