Highway Maintenance Operator

Carver County; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government administration in Chaska is seeking a Highway Maintenance Operator. This entry-level position involves skilled labor in maintaining county highways, bridges, and properties, often in challenging weather conditions. Responsibilities include operating equipment, performing diagnostics, and being available for emergency call-outs. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic and be ready to work independently.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring maintenance and repair skills.
• Must be available for 24/7 call-outs.

Responsibilities

• Operate light and heavy equipment for highway maintenance.
• Perform maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Conduct truck safety inspections.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Maintenance

Diagnostics

Job description

The Highway Maintenance Operator provides skilled, semi-skilled, and manual labor in the maintenance, reconstruction, building, and repair of County highways, bridges, parks, fairgrounds, courthouse, and all county properties. Most work is performed outdoors, often in hazardous and inclement weather, including weekends, nights, and holidays as required by weather and maintenance conditions. The work is mostly independent of technical supervision and involves maintaining and repairing highways and bridges in both rural and suburban areas, as well as participating in improvement projects for highways and county-owned properties and buildings.

Responsibilities include performing maintenance and diagnostics of vehicles and equipment, minor repairs, and being available for 24/7 call-outs for highway maintenance issues. The position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing under 49 CFR Part 382 and 49 CFR Part 40.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Safely operate light and heavy equipment in a dynamic environment to perform highway and bridge maintenance functions.
2. Perform skilled, semi-skilled, and manual labor to maintain parks, county buildings, drainage systems, and other public works projects.
3. Assist in county traffic services, including sign making, installation, and repair.
4. Perform call-out assignments as needed, including calling in others in the absence of supervisors.
5. Conduct truck safety inspections as required by law.
6. Perform maintenance on all types of light and heavy equipment.
7. Perform other similar duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Government Administration