Highway Maintenance Coordinator - Finland

Association of Minnesota Counties; Illinois; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake County is seeking a Highway Maintenance Coordinator to oversee maintenance and repair of county highways and bridges. The role involves assigning work, leading crews, and ensuring adherence to county standards with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, 3 years of equipment operation, a valid Class A CDL, and proven ability to operate heavy machinery. Applicants must pass background checks and a drug screen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 3 years equipment operation experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license required.
• Advanced experience with graders, loaders, dozers, excavators, tandem-axle dump and plow trucks.

Responsibilities

• Assign work activities for maintenance and repair of County highways, bridges, and other properties.
• Lead highway maintenance workers and oversee maintenance standards per County guidelines.

Skills

Equipment operation

CDL Class A

Team leadership

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Highway Maintenance Coordinator – Finland

Salary

$28.28-$38.18 hourly

Closing Date

This position is open until filled.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D.; 3 years equipment operation experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license. Applicants must demonstrate advanced experience operating graders, loaders, dozers, excavators, tandem-axle dump and plow trucks, and safely mobilizing heavy equipment; proficiency troubleshooting heavy equipment; team leadership skills; effective interpersonal communication skills; and ability to execute standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assigning work activities relating to the maintenance and repair of County highways, bridges, and other properties. Responsibilities may include performing maintenance work of highway maintenance worker as needed; leading work activities of highway maintenance workers; and maintaining County highways and other properties in accordance with County standards.

Work Test Period

Appointee to the position must successfully complete probationary period per contract.

Background Check

Applicants selected for appointment must pass a criminal background check.

Drug Testing

Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

Physical-Medical Standards

Applicants must meet essential physical requirements of the position.

Employment Eligibility Verification

All new employees must complete and sign employment eligibility verification form on the first day of employment. Documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility must be submitted within three days of the first day of employment.

Accommodation

Applicants who wish to request accommodation to application process should contact Lake County Human Resources at [phone].

Non-Discrimination

Lake County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including pregnancy), age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, genetic information, or any other protected classification.

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