Equipment Operator

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

Job summary

The North Dakota Department of Transportation seeks an Equipment Operator in Wahpeton, ND. You will perform highway and structure maintenance, operate heavy equipment, and support snow/ice control and sign/guardrail work. You will also handle building, grounds, and radio system upkeep with supervision.

A strong safety mindset is essential. Requirements include a valid ND Class A license with no air brake restrictions and a cargo tank endorsement, plus either 2 years of related experience or 1

Qualifications

• Valid North Dakota Class A driver license without air brake restrictions and a cargo tank endorsement (N) by first day of work.
• Two years of relevant experience or one year plus one season of winter operations similar to NDDOT.
• If no suitable candidate, may hire as Equipment Operator in Training with Class A permit and time to obtain full license.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to perform highway and roadside maintenance.
• Perform snow and ice control/removal and assist in maintaining highway signs and guardrails.
• Use power tools to complete maintenance tasks and keep roadways clear of hazards.
• Perform building/ground maintenance and routine maintenance on roadway and radio system equipment.
• Complete vehicle maintenance and required paperwork (time records, road reports, etc.).
• Receive training and perform construction project duties under supervision.
• Maintain a safe work environment for self and coworkers.

Skills

Class A driver's license (ND) with no

Cargo tank endorsement (N)

Ability to report within 30 minutes

Job description

Summary Of Work

Fargo District, Wahpeton Section, Wahpeton, ND

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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.

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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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