Heavy Equipment Operator

IN Auditor of State; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Indiana Department of Transportation as a Sub District Heavy Equipment Operator, where you'll operate various types of heavy equipment and ensure road maintenance across the district. This role offers competitive pay, robust benefits, and the chance to impact community services directly. Training is provided to obtain required CDL, ensuring inclusivity for all applicants.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans with RX coverage

Deferred compensation plan with employer match

Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave

Education Reimbursement Program

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Must have valid CDL or obtain within 90 days.
• Pass a drug test.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and perform physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Utilize various types of heavy equipment for road maintenance.
• Perform snow and ice removal duties.
• Conduct routine inspections and equipment maintenance.

Skills

General Knowledge of highway guidelines

Ability to operate heavy equipment

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or High School Equivalent

Valid Class A or Class B CDL

Job description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview:

Sub District Heavy Equipment Operators utilize various types of heavy and specialized equipment to include, but not limited to; Gradall, Backhoes, Dozers, Vactors, Sweepers, SewerJets, Loaders, Skidsteers, Ag-spreaders, Pavers, Rollers, etc. Performs maintenance and repair of light and heavy equipment and hand tools (e.g., dump truck, grader, forklift, tractor-trailer, chain saw). Highway Technicians are also responsible to perform snow and ice removal and related maintenance duties by operation of snow plow and other winter operations duties as required.

Location :

This position is located in INDOT’sVincennes District.

CDL Positions:

Candidates with a current CDL will earn an additional $1 per hour for this position. Candidates without a CDL will be given 90 days to obtain their CDL, with training provided by INDOT, and will then earn an additional $1 per hour upon successfully obtaining their CDL.

Salary Statement:

This position traditionally starts at an hourly rate of $22.00 an hour but may be commensurate with education and job experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this roles are as follows:

• Comply with all Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) safety policies and procedures.
• Operate basic highway maintenance/ traffic equipment to maintain, repair and clean highways and rights-of-way.
• Perform winter operations duties including snow and ice removal.
• Perform emergency response activities such as: clean-up, traffic control, bridge closures, lane closures, placement of signs, and erecting barricades.
• Perform regular inspections and routine equipment maintenance such as: minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
• Perform job documentation tasks such as entry into the Work Management System (WMS).
• Maintain, repair and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings, etc.
• Coordinate work assigned by the Supervisor ensuring that the needed materials and equipment are available.
• Communicate and provide feedback on employee issues to the Supervisor.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

These additional duties may be performed depending on the job assignment:

Asset Inspector:

• Perform a visual and physical inspection of INDOT owned and maintained assets to evaluate maintenance needs and assign condition rating.
• Operate inspection equipment to determine location, condition rating, and operation of small culvert assets.

Bridge Maintenance & Repair Specialist

• Operate basic highway maintenance equipment, specialized bridge repair and inspection equipment for maintenance, repair, and inspection of bridge structures.
• Investigate complaints related to bridges and large culverts and coordinate to ensure follow up action is taken.

Contracts Inspector:

• Perform inspections activities and complete the related paperwork on all maintenance contracts.

Heavy Equipment Operator:

• Operate various types of heavy and specialized equipment to include, but not limited to; Gradall, Backhoes, Dozers, Vactors, Sweepers, SewerJets, Loaders, Skidsteers, Ag-spreaders, Pavers, Rollers, etc.
• Perform maintenance and repair of light and heavy equipment and hand tools (e.g., dump truck, grader, forklift, tractor-trailer, chain saw).

Herbicide:

• Operate, calibrate and set application rates for all the different types of herbicide and pesticide equipment that will be used on a routine basis. Must maintain appropriate record of all application data..
• Serve as an independent chemical applicator and undertake landscape projects throughout the District.

Shared workforce:

• May support construction project ensuring compliance with contracts and quality of work being performed.
• Perform sampling procedures for different types of materials.
• May perform and/or assist in aggregate testing and other types of testing such as Indiana Test Methods (ITM).

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

This person must have the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment.
• Pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
• General Knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws and regulations, principles, and practices for purposes of construction inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of highway.
• Broad knowledge of Microsoft computer programs to include Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow technical documents.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation

May need additional requirements depending on the assigned specialty:

Heavy Equipment Operator:

• Must have valid commercial driver’s license (CDL Class A).
• Six months training or 6 months experience in operation of heavy construction equipment

Herbicide:

• Must be able to obtain, and maintain, a Core Herbicide and Class 6 Herbicide license.

Shared workforce:

• Must complete Certified Highway Technician Construction Courses or Highway Technician Testing Courses as applicable.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail].