Equipment Operator 4 (North Construction) - 20099727

State of Ohio; Ohio; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Equipment Operator to join their team in Ohio. This role offers the opportunity to work outdoors, operating various heavy construction equipment across state parks. You will be responsible for completing construction and maintenance projects, ensuring the upkeep of equipment, and maintaining accurate records. With a starting pay of $21.63/hr and opportunities for growth over five years, this position promises a rewarding career path. The State of Ohio values its employees and offers a competitive benefits package, making it an excellent place to build your future while contributing to the preservation of Ohio's natural resources.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Paid time off

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A CDL with no restrictions.
• 6 months experience in operating heavy construction equipment required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction equipment for maintenance projects.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment.

Skills

Equipment Operations

Teamwork

Education

Formal education in arithmetic

6 months training or experience in operation of heavy construction equipment

Tools

CDL

Vehicle Maintenance

Vehicle Operators

Job description

Job Description - Equipment Operator 4 (North Construction) - 20099727 (250000YI)

Organization

Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information

[e-mail], 614-265-6981

Unposting Date

Feb 10, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Portage County-Ravenna

Compensation: $21.63/hr.

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Equipment Operations

Technical Skills: CDL, Vehicle Maintenance, Vehicle Operators

Professional Skills: Teamwork

Agency Overview

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

Job Description

What we need:

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Equipment Operator 4 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at West Branch State Park Construction, assigned to Portage County. The address is 4958 Rockspring Rd., Ravenna, OH 44266. To learn more about the Division of Parks & Watercraft, please visit Ohio State Parks & Watercraft | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

Please note this is a travel position. You will be traveling to different parks due to current park needs for construction and repairs.

What you will do…

• Operate a variety of heavy construction equipment to complete construction and maintenance projects within ODNR
• Perform routine maintenance & repairs on equipment & buildings/ground maintenance
• Maintain & complete accurate & concise maintenance records, project logs & reports
• Position requires a Class A CDL, no restrictions
• Overnight travel required at least 50% of your work week within the state of Ohio
• Starting hourly pay of $21.63/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 5 years of service, with an end salary of $24.66/hr.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Formal education in arithmetic to include fractions, decimals & percentages & to read, write & speak common English vocabulary; 6 months training or 6 months experience in operation of heavy construction equipment (e.g., 10 ton crawler, large cranes, 10 ton backhoe, 18 ton dozer, over 44,000-pound gradall, truck mounted excavator) & related safety practices; valid commercial driver's license; in addition, for positions in Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry Wildfire Program only, must successfully complete Basic Firefighter Introduction to Fire Behavior Course (S-130/S-190).

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Equipment Operations

Technical Skills: CDL, Vehicle Operators, Vehicle Maintenance

Professional Skills: Teamwork

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements:

Please ensure your online application clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Transcripts are required for all coursework, degrees or educational accomplishments claimed on the application. Applicants must submit a transcript (can be unofficial until point of selection) by the posting deadline (attach in the Additional Attachments section of the application submission Step 6). Should you have issues attaching, please email to: [e-mail]. “See resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or [e-mail].

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov and selecting 'My Profile'.

NOTES: Bargaining unit applicants will be given consideration for applicable positions, pursuant to collective bargaining agreement.

Federal DOT Drug Testing: All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment. This position is also subject to federal testing regulations pursuant to 49 CFR Part 40 (Federal Drug and Alcohol Regulations) and 49 CFR Part 382 (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) which prohibits the use of marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.