Equipment Operator 2

Dickinson-County,-Ks; Abilene (KS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KPERS

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Uniforms provided

Deferred compensation plans: KPERS457

Job summary

Open Road & Bridge is seeking an Equipment Operator 2 in Dickinson County, KS. The role requires operating a range of heavy equipment for road and bridge maintenance, with starting pay of $20.85 per hour based on experience. This is a full-time position, focused on local county projects and operational effectiveness.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and 2–4 years of related experience. Duties include equipment operation, routine maintenance, site transport, and collaboration

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2–4 years of related experience or training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate light and heavy equipment, including loader, mower, roller, backhoe, tractor and other earthmoving gear.
• Perform maintenance and servicing on equipment.
• Transport materials and equipment to job sites and assist crews on road and bridge projects.
• Patches road and bridge surfaces; spread gravel, sand, rock and asphalt.
• Assist with snow removal and winter maintenance as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Equipment Operator 2

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Open Road & Bridge $20.85 (Starting Pay Based on Experience) | Full Time

Posting Start Date

10/26/2026

Posting Start Date

10/26/2026

Posting End Date

Descriptions

The Equipment Operator II performs skilled work in operating different types of construction and maintenance equipment. The employee in this position operates a variety of heavy equipment requiring a degree of skill in performing a variety of job assignments. This employee performs tasks related to road and bridge maintenance and construction in Dickinson County.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with all countywide and departmental policies and procedures.
• Operate light and heavy equipment such as a loader, mower, roller, tractor, paint striping, crack fill machine, backhoe, chain saw, sheep foot, high loader, water trucks, bobtail, wench truck, broom, dump truck, semi-tractor and trailer, implement tractor, and other light and heavy equipment.
• Perform maintenance and servicing work in connection with the operations of related equipment.
• Transport materials and equipment to job sites.
• Perform finished grading operations.
• Patches road and bridge surfaces using cold or hot mix.
• Spread gravel, sand, rock and asphalt.
• Perform road and bridge constructions and maintenance work repairing guard rails, such as mowing ditches, installing and maintaining culverts and filling washouts.
• Remove snow and ice from roads and bridges in the winter.
• Assist bridge and asphalt crews in work assignments.
• Provide maintenance and care of equipment and minor equipment repair.
• Perform housekeeping functions in the shop.
• Perform fueling, cleaning and washing of the vehicles.
• Operate tractors, mowers and other related vehicles. Operate farm type tractors.
• Cut grass and weeds around guardrails and signposts.
• Tree trimming and brush clearance, install signs, performing flood barricading and maintenance.
• Other duties as deemed necessary or as required.

BEHAVIOR STANDARD

Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, co-workers and management.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Perform semi and unskilled work as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of road and bridge materials and equipment maintenance.
• Thorough knowledge of safety operation of equipment.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials safety.
• Knowledge of road rebuilding, road bases, laying and patching with asphalt materials, water drainage, and installing culverts.
• Ability to lay grade, cut grade, build approaches with a firm understanding of math skills along with soil composition and other environmental factors.
• Ability to operate a motor grader, backhoe, mower, tractor, roller, chain saw, and other related light and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
• Skills in organization, mathematical processes, time management and a high degree of computer proficiency.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact well with others.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to make independent decisions, use good judgment, accept results and receive constructive feedback in an appropriate positive manner.
• Able and willing to work with others toward achieving common goals. Demonstrate understanding of the importance of teamwork. Display positive attitude and support county policies and communicate properly.
• Demonstrate initiative in execution of work, comprehend instructions without close supervision and volunteers to assist others, produces the expected volume of work.
• Execute work thoroughly, accurately and in an organized manner.
• Accept responsibility and complete work assignments on schedule, without undue delays and within other established parameters.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using the English language.
• Maintain acceptable attendance and arrives and leaves at the prescribed times.
• Dress and groom appropriately for the job.
• Keep work area neat and orderly.

EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED,
Two to four years related experience and/or training.

BENEFITS:

• KPERS
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Uniforms provided
• Deferred compensation plans: KPERS457 and Nationwide

Certificate Needed

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's license