Highway Equipment Operator III

Calvert County Government; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days sick leave

10 days annual leave

5 days personal leave

13 paid holidays

Defined Contribution Plan

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Up to 80% tuition reimbursement

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Calvert County Government seeks a Road Maintenance Worker to operate heavy road maintenance equipment and perform related manual tasks. The role requires a valid Class A restricted CDL and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate, plus four years of highway maintenance experience.

You will inspect equipment daily, supervise safety on work sites, and assist with snow removal and weather-related cleanup. Excellent record-keeping and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four years of progressively responsible road construction or highway maintenance experience.
• Valid Class A restricted CDL and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment required for daily road maintenance tasks.
• Check and inspect equipment to ensure proper operating order.
• Assist with emergency snow removal and weather-related cleanup.
• Transport crew to job sites and supervise safety on the work site.

Skills

Operate road maintenance equipment

Follow oral and written instructions

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A

Medical Examiner's Certificate

Job description

Job Description:

Performs road and highway equipment operation and related work. Work involves operation of specialized road maintenance equipment such as large capacity gross vehicle weight (GVW) trucks, loaders, backhoes, power shovels, graders, rollers to perform road and highway maintenance. Work requires ability to follow instructions and operate road maintenance or road construction equipment as a primary assignment. Work is performed under supervision of a crew leader or supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

Checks equipment required for daily jobs to ensure proper operating order.

Performs walkaround check if equipment is being transported by trailer to ensure that it is secured safely.

Checks dump truck to ensure proper operating order.

Operates equipment required for daily jobs.

Assigns work in absence of crew leaders and monitors job to ensure work is being completed in accordance with specifications. Ensures work site signs are appropriately placed and oversees safety for work crews and the public. Initiates decisions on work processes for specific jobs.

Operates equipment such as a backhoe, tractor mower with an extendable hydraulic mower or ditcher attachment, bulldozer, grader, rubber tire or steel wheel roller weighing 10 or more tons, paver, self-propelled stone or chip spreader, self-propelled road widener, conveyor leader, self-propelled sweeper, truck mounted line painting machines, self-propelled pavement breakers, self-propelled post drivers, front loader or hi-lift with a bucket capacity of three cubic yards or more, excavator, grader, paver-finisher, truck mounted asphalt plant and profile planer used for construction or maintenance work.

Performs manual work on assigned projects when not operating equipment. This includes unloading trucks, repairing guiderails or barriers, erecting signs, cleaning culverts, repairing bridges and cutting brush.

Transports crew to jobs.

Performs emergency snow removal and weather related clean up.

Other Duties

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)

Knowledge of–

• Road maintenance procedures.

Ability to–

• Operate specialized road maintenance and construction equipment to perform routine and finish operations.
• Perform varied road and highway maintenance tasks.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Deal effectively with the public.

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)

Training and/or Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience:

Four years of progressively responsible road construction or highway maintenance experience.

Licenses or Certificates:

Valid Class A restricted commercial driver’s license and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Regulations.

Special Requirements:

Operation of County owned vehicle.

Subject to alcohol and drug testing.

Physical Demands:

Requires strenuous physical effort to perform manual work involving walking over rough, uneven terrain, repeated bending, climbing, crouching stooping, stretching, reaching or lifting objects up to 100 pounds.

Unusual Demands:

Worker is exposed to dirt and soil, and hazards from road traffic and use of equipment.

Subject to call in or to remain on the job for emergencies.

FLSA Status:

Nonexempt

Compensation Steps:

Pay rate: $23.30 - $26.69 per hour; $48,464 - $55,515 annually

Grade 804, full-time position, 40 hours per week

Department of Public Works, Highway Maintenance

Position closing date: November 12, 2026

Please Note: This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on November 12, 2026. To be considered for the role, ensure that your application is submitted before the deadline. The position will be removed from the website as of 12:00 a.m. on November 13th.

Calvert County Government offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• 15 days of sick leave
• 10 days of annual leave
• 5 days of personal leave
• 13 paid holidays *14 in an election year
• Defined Contribution Plan
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Up to 80% tuition reimbursement
• Gym membership discounts

Please Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.

Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] with as much notice as possible.