Group 2 Equipment Operator

St. Joseph County, IN; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Group II Equipment Operator for its Highway Division. This role involves operating a variety of vehicles, performing essential road repairs, and engaging in manual labor tasks. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the maintenance of roadways, including patching, hauling materials, and operating heavy machinery. Join a team committed to enhancing community infrastructure and making a tangible impact on local transportation. If you're ready to take on a physically demanding and rewarding position in a supportive work environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in vehicle operation and road maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate various vehicles for road maintenance and repairs.
• Perform manual labor tasks including mowing and cutting grass.

Skills

Vehicle Operation

Road Repair

Manual Labor

Maintenance Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Backhoe

Snowplow

Roller

Payloader

Sweeper

Job description

A Group II Equipment Operator for the Highway Division is responsible for operating vehicles, repairing roadways, hauling materials, and performing related maintenance and strenuous manual labor duties as assigned under direct and indirect supervision.

Essential Functions:

1. A Highway Employee drives various vehicles, including single axle and tandem axle trucks, trailers, semi-tractor trailers (when required), paint striper, backhoe, snowplow, roller, payloader, and sweepers.
2. Operates vehicles with attachments, including plows, tailgate and box spreaders, and an underbody scraper.
3. Performs all types of concrete, asphalt, and gravel road repairs, including patching with hot and cold asphalt materials, filling holes, crack sealing, and chip and seal.
4. Operates trucks to haul materials, including but not limited to sand, gravel, salt, and asphalt, and plow and salt roadways.
5. Mows and/or cuts grass and trees, including operating mowers, tractors, and tree trucks.