Heavy Equipment Operator (Road & Bridge)

Nex-Tech Classifieds; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Ellis County in Kansas is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator I for the Public Works department. The role offers a standard Mon–Fri schedule with summer shifts and opportunities for advancement. Starting pay and steps are outlined, with benefits and home-time considerations noted.

Eligible applicants will have a high school diploma or GED and a Class B CDL with tanker endorsement. CDL not yet obtained? the county will assist you while training on the job towards testing and certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Class B CDL with tanker endorsement required.
• Experience in road and bridge maintenance and heavy equipment operation preferred.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Road & bridge maintenance

CDL (Class B)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class B CDL with tanker endorsement

Job description

Do you want a Heavy Equipment Operatorjob where you will be home nights, weekends, and holidays? Do you want to earn up to 21 paid days off your first year of employment, as well as 10 paid holidays each year? Do you want opportunities for advancement in your career? Come workfor Ellis County!

Regular attendance is required. The general schedule is Monday - Friday 8:0 am - 4:30 pm and during the summer monthsthe schedule is Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

Public Works: Pay grade 13, Step 1 starts at $20.23/hour with an opportunity for a step/pay advancement at 6 months.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• one year of road and bridge maintenance and heavy equipment operatorexperience preferred
• Class B CDL with tanker endorsement required

Don't have a CDL? No worries! If you have the ability to obtain one, we will help! Start in full-time employment with us as an Equipment Operator (starting pay $17.78/hour + full benefits) and you will train on the job to prepare yourself to test for the CDL.

Working for Ellis County provides an opportunity to do meaningful work in a stable environment. Working in local government allows you to impact your community in a BIG way.Ellis County, KS is an EOE.