Highway Maintenance & Snowplow Operator (CDL Training)

Douglas County, WI; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County is seeking a Maintenance Worker to operate heavy highway equipment and perform road maintenance tasks across county routes. CDL training will be provided for applicants hired without licensure; after training and testing, employees advance through DOT/FMCSA requirements and wage increases.

Full-time, 40 hours weekly, with seasonal shifts including early mornings and potential night work during winter plowing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating heavy equipment preferred; CDL within 3 months.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance procedures and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment safely as directed.
• Plow, clear, and sand county routes during winter.
• Patch road and bridge surface defects and control vegetation.
• Inspect and maintain culverts and water control features.
• Direct traffic in work zones and ensure safety.
• Be on call 24/7 for weather-related events.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

On-call availability

Safety procedures

Traffic control

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Saws

Wrenches

Hammers

Shovels

Brooms

Job description

Douglas County is seeking a Maintenance Worker to operate heavy highway equipment and perform road maintenance tasks across county routes. CDL training will be provided for applicants hired without licensure; after training and testing, employees advance through DOT/FMCSA requirements and wage increases.

Full-time, 40 hours weekly, with seasonal shifts including early mornings and potential night work during winter plowing.