Highway Maintenance Worker LTE

Jefferson County, Wisconsin; Jefferson (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Jefferson County as a Highway Maintenance Worker LTE, a seasonal role running from June to October. Operate heavy equipment, maintain roads, and ensure safety while enjoying the outdoors. With a focus on community improvement, this entry-level position offers a competitive hourly wage and valuable experience in government services.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience or mix of education and experience.
• Preferred: 4+ years in roadwork or heavy equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and light equipment for various road projects.
• Inspect and maintain drainage systems and clear debris.
• Snow removal and de-icing in winter.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Road Maintenance

Vegetation Management

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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This 1,000-hour seasonal position runs from June to October—a great fit if you like staying active, being outside, and contributing to meaningful projects in your community.

Love working outdoors and getting your hands dirty? This role puts you in the driver’s seat—literally and figuratively—as you help maintain and improve the roads that keep our community moving. You'll operate powerful equipment, take pride in visible results, and enjoy the variety that each day brings.

• Operate heavy and light equipment to tackle a wide range of road projects—paving, grading, sweeping, patching, striping, and more.
• Clear the way by removing roadside debris, cutting back brush and trees, mowing roadsides, and managing vegetation along the right-of-way.
• Keep things flowing—inspect, maintain, and replace culverts and drainage systems; clean out streams, lakes, and ditches; and clear blocked drains and inlets.
• Create safe work zones by prepping job sites and removing potential hazards.
• Step up in winter for snow removal, de-icing, and general shop maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3 years of related experience and/or training, or a mix of education and experience that gets the job done.

Preferred:

• 4+ years of experience in roadwork or heavy equipment operation
• Class A CDL
• $25.98/hour, depending on your experience and qualifications.
• This is a 1,000-hour seasonal position, running from June through October—ideal for those who enjoy seasonal work and outdoor challenges!

Learn more and apply today at: Jefferson County Wisconsin Applications

Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Government Relations Services

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