Equipment Operator

Waupaca County; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Waupaca County's Highway Department is seeking a dedicated road maintenance worker responsible for repair, maintenance and construction of roadways and bridges. You will operate and maintain a range of equipment while following safety practices and department policies.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least 2 years of related experience, and a Wisconsin CDL Class B, C, or D license. You must be available for 24/7 emergency responses and be willing to work at various department

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of related experience required.
• Valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License Classes B, C, and D required; Classes A and N not required but desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction and maintenance tasks including hauling, spreading, loading/unloading materials and equipment, snow plowing, crack sealing, pothole patching, mowing, brush/tree cutting, and snow fencing.
• Operate light and medium size equipment such as bucket truck, backhoe, grader, loader, oil distributor truck, compactor, roller, crackfilling equipment, rotary broom, vacuum sweeper.
• Maintain equipment, facilities and tools and train in use to operate them safely and efficiently.
• Be available for emergency work 24/7 including snow plowing, tree removal, accidents, flood control, traffic control, etc.
• Perform duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain training, licenses and certifications required for position.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment operation (truck, backhoe, grader, loader, etc.)

Job description

As a function of the Waupaca County Highway Department this position provides repair, maintenance and construction of roadways and bridges.

This position works under the direct supervision of Foreman. This position could be assigned to alternate locations depending on the needs of the department.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform construction and maintenance tasks to include but not limited to hauling, spreading, loading/unloading materials and equipment, snow plowing, crack sealing, pothole patching, mowing, brush/tree cutting and snow fencing.

Be able to operate light and medium size equipment proficiently such as, but not limited to bucket truck, backhoe, grader, loader, oil distributor truck, compactor, roller, crackfilling equipment, rotary broom, vacuum sweeper.

Be responsible for equipment, facilities and tools by training in use of them in order to utilize properly and maintain as prescribed.

Be available to do emergency work at all times (24/7) including, but not limited to: Snow plowing, tree removal, accidents, flood control, traffic control etc.

Perform duties in a safe and efficient manner.

Be accountable for work performance by keeping accurate records and reports.

Maintain training, licenses and certifications required for position.

PERIPHERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform manual labor and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE: Must have 2 years of related experience

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License Classes B, C, and D. Commercial Driver’s License Classes A and N are not required but highly desired.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of equipment owned by Department or similar equipment or obtain sufficient experience within 30 days to safely and efficiently operate assigned Department equipment.

Skill in operation and safe handling of equipment and materials including but not limited to construction materials, flammable products and other items.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.