Equipment Operator II: Build Safe Highways & Winter Ops

North Dakota Department of Transportation; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

North Dakota Department of Transportation’s Minot District is seeking an Equipment Operator II to maintain highways and related infrastructure in the Minot area. The role involves operating heavy equipment for maintenance tasks including snow/ice control, paving, pothole repair, crack sealing, and sign/guardrail work to keep roadways safe and efficient.

You will be required to report within 30 minutes for emergencies, including after hours, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Valid North Dakota Class A driver's license without air brake restrictions by the first day of work.
• Cargo tank endorsement (N) required by the first day of work.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to perform highway, roadway, and structure maintenance.
• Perform snow and ice control/removal and assist in asphalt paving, pothole repair, crack sealing, and bridge maintenance.
• Maintain road signs, guardrails, ditch mowing, and related equipment, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Complete building/ground maintenance and routine maintenance of roadway and radio systems; maintain logs and reports.

Skills

ND Class A license

Cargo tank endorsement (N)

Job description

North Dakota Department of Transportation’s Minot District is seeking an Equipment Operator II to maintain highways and related infrastructure in the Minot area. The role involves operating heavy equipment for maintenance tasks including snow/ice control, paving, pothole repair, crack sealing, and sign/guardrail work to keep roadways safe and efficient.

You will be required to report within 30 minutes for emergencies, including after hours, weekends, and holidays.