Highway Field Maintenance Worker (FULL TIME)

Outagamie County; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Outagamie County is seeking a Highway Field Maintenance Worker to keep roads and airport areas safe year-round. This hands-on role covers snow removal, pothole repair, and seasonal maintenance, with outdoor duties in all weather.

Under supervision, you will perform highway maintenance, assist equipment operators, set up traffic controls, and support airport facilities. A high school diploma or GED and a valid Wisconsin driver's license are required; willingness to respond to emergencies is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and valid Wisconsin driver's license.
• Experience running small equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and lift up to 50–100 lbs.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and daily recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform highway maintenance duties including pothole patching, crack filling, sweeping, mowing, brush cutting, guardrail repair, and bridge maintenance.
• Assist Equipment Operators in construction and repair of highways and related infrastructure.
• Maintain grounds adjacent to highway facilities and airport buildings.
• Set up traffic control layouts per WISDOT guidelines and assist in striping operations.
• Respond to emergencies after hours and during winter operations (brine, plowing, equipment servicing).
• Complete daily time/location/ materials/ equipment records.
• Operate small tools and light vehicles, and maintain a clean, safe worksite.
• Communicate effectively with team members and county officials.

Skills

Equipment operation

Driving

Safety awareness

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Chainsaws

String trimmers

Brush cutters

Power saws

Jack hammers

Impact wrenches

Painters

Drills

Shovels

Job description

Join our Outagamie County Highway team as a Highway Field Maintenance Worker and take pride in keeping roads and public spaces safe and accessible year-round. From snow removal and pothole repair to airport maintenance and construction support, this hands-on role offers variety, impact, and the opportunity to work outdoors in all seasons. If you're dependable, safety-focused, and ready to respond when needed, we want to hear from you!

The Highway Field Worker is a safety-sensitive position subject to Highway Dept. drug & alcohol procedures, must be available to report to work during regular business hours and must be available after hours to respond to emergencies and/or highway conditions. Under general supervision, this entry level Highway Field Worker position learns and performs highway maintenance duties. Responsible for maintaining safe and efficient travel ways throughout the county by removing hazards and repairing safety appurtenances.

Hours

Winter: Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with one-half hour lunch. Summer Mon-Thurs 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Work schedule fluctuates with the change of seasons and workloads. Flexibility is required based on workloads. Must be available to report to work after hours to respond to emergencies and/or weather conditions. Availability is the ability to respond to a phone call within 15 minutes and report to duty within 45 minutes. There is possibilities of overtime.

This position is at located at the highway and the airport based on needs.

• Must be available to report to work after hours to respond to emergencies and/or highway conditions. Availability is the ability to respond to a phone call within 15 minutes and report to duty within 45 minutes.
• Performs highway maintenance duties including pot hole patching, crack filling, sweeping, mowing, brush cutting, guardrail repair, bridge maintenance, etc.
• Performs various maintenance activities at the airport including: snow removal, vehicle and equipment maintenance, building maintenance, cleaning, painting, fence and gate repair, brush removal and other duties as assigned.
• Assists Equipment Operators in the construction and repair of highways and related infrastructure
• Removes hazards and debris from roadways
• Performs support roles for winter operations such as making brine, plowing parking lots, servicing equipment, repairing signs and mailboxes, etc.
• Supports construction activities by setting signs, erecting barricades, flagging traffic, assist in striping operations
• Understands WIS DOT work zone field manual to correctly setup various traffic control layouts.
• Erects and removes snow fence, repairs fences and barriers on right of way, landscapes roadsides, installs erosion control devices
• Knowledge and ability to set up levels, lasers and utility locators.
• Operates small tools such as chainsaws, string trimmers, brush cutters, power saws, jack hammers, impacts, painters, drills, etc.
• Operates hand tools such as shovels, rakes, hammers, wrenches, etc.
• Operates non-Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV) such as trucks, tractors, mowers, brooms, forklifts, loaders, pulls light trailers, operate tar kettles, and other small equipment as assigned
• Maintains grounds adjacent to highway facilities, planting and cutting grass, laying sod, installing landscape materials, etc.
• Performs minor repairs to facilities
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works overtime/extra hours as required
• Completes and submits records of time, location, materials, and equipment used on each project daily.
• Expected to work in a variety of weather conditions
• Conduct duties in a safe diligent manner at all times
• Ability to communicate relevant information to team members in a respectful and constructive way
• Effectively maintain equipment through inspections, greasing and lubing, servicing, making minor repairs and adjustments, and operating appropriately
• Maintain a clean and safe worksite

• Graduate from high school or G.E.D. and valid Wisconsin driver’s license
• Experience running small equipment and vehicles
• Or, any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver's License required.

1. Knowledge of and ability to operate and service trucks, tractors, and light equipment.
2. Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in equipment operation.
3. Ability to apply basic computer skills to enter time, record materials, check emails, etc.
4. Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, and cope with distracting vibrations, fumes, dust, etc.
5. Ability to organize and maintain accurate and complete records, and prepare clear and comprehensive reports
6. Demonstrated ability to comply with appropriate safety regulations.
7. Ability to work semi-independently making sound decisions using good judgment.
8. Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with co-workers, county officials and officers, general public, etc.
9. Ability to budget time and schedule work to efficiently complete tasks.
10. Ability to organize and schedule work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.
11. Ability to walk, bend, stoop, lift, carry; push, pull, and otherwise move objects up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.
12. Highway workers typically work outdoors, regardless of the weather.
13. They may be exposed to heat, cold, rain, and snow.
14. May be exposed to loud noises, dangerous chemicals or fumes, or high traffic areas.

Essential Physical Demands

1. Stand/walk
2. Sit (driving/operating equipment)
3. Lift/carry up to 50 lbs. floor to 3'7" (3'7" height of pickup truck bed)
4. Push/pull
5. Climbing (on/off equipment)
6. Stooping
7. Kneeling
8. Bending
9. Crawling
10. Reaching: high/low level
11. Finger movement-repetitive
12. Repetitive twisting/pressure with wrist or hands
13. Both hands required
14. Both legs required
15. Ability to communicate verbally
16. Visual requirements for operator moving machinery/vehicles
17. Ability to be disturbed or awakened for responding to emergencies and/or highway conditions

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.