Highway Operator 1

Sauk County

Baraboo (WI)

On-site

USD 33,000 - 36,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Eleven paid holidays

Wellness program

PSLF program

Job summary

Sauk County is seeking a Highway Operator I to perform maintenance on highways and related transportation infrastructure. The role involves operating a wide range of road maintenance equipment, performing winter maintenance duties, and ensuring safety in work zones.

CDL is required; various certifications must be obtained within 6 months of start date. High school diploma or equivalent is required, with preferred heavy equipment experience.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent.
Current Wisconsin State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
CDL Class A/B/C with N endorsements within 6 months of start date.
Federal Mine Safety certification within 6 months of start date.
First Aid and CPR certification within 6 months of start date.
Chainsaw Safety certification within 6 months of start date.
Forklift Operator certification within 6 months of start date.
Work Zone Safety certification within 6 months of start date.
Preferred: 2 years of heavy equipment operating experience.

Responsibilities

Operate road maintenance, construction and repair vehicles and equipment.
Apply winter maintenance treatments for roadways.
Install and maintain highway signs and traffic control.
Perform routine maintenance on equipment and trucks.
Provide traffic control in work zones and during emergencies.
Maintain daily activity logs and required documentation.
Respond to roadway emergencies to restore traffic flow.
Assist with signing and traffic control in detours.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Two years heavy equipment operating experience (preferred)

Tools

Wisconsin CDL (Class A/B/C) with N endorsements

Forklift Operator certification

First Aid & CPR certification

Chainsaw Safety certification

Work Zone Safety certification

Federal Mine Safety certification

Job description

Description

Join our team and make a difference in your community as a Highway Operator. We are looking for someone who has the desire to a hold a vital role in maintaining the highways, roads, and other transportation infrastructures for optimal condition for drivers and pedestrians in Sauk County. Highway Operators are essential for preserving the integrity of transportation networks, promoting smooth traffic flow, and ultimately enhancing the overall safety and efficiency of the roadways for the benefit of the public.

The purpose of the Highway Operator I is to perform a variety of maintenance duties and repair vehicles, machines and equipment for Sauk County Highway Department.

Applicants with a valid CDL at time of hire start at $26.47
Applicants who do not have a valid CDL at time of hire will begin at $24.22 until a CDL is obtained.

Sauk County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We actively encourage protected veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply for our open positions.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, the company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application system as a result of your disability.

To request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources team at 608-355-4887 or scpersonnel@saukcountywi.gov

Essential Duties

Operate road maintenance, construction and repair vehicles and equipment including trucks, rollers, water trucks, front end loaders, tractors, mowers, brush chippers, compressors, semi-tractor and trailer, shop crane, conveyor, portable traffic signals, pavement saws, chainsaw, cement mixer, compactor, loaders, jackhammer, curbing machine, weed trimmers, cutting torch and snowplow truck.
Use judgement based upon public safety as to where, when, and how to remove snow and ice from roadways and apply treatments to roadways for winter maintenance activities.
Operate brush cutters, asphalt kettles, weed sprayers, forklifts and various hand tools while remaining conscious of traffic and crew safety.
Fill cracks and potholes with paving materials.
Transport heavy equipment to job sites with truck and trailer.
Replace and repair road signs, guardrails and other roadway markers and ensure that all apparatus meets current traffic safety standards.
Perform routine maintenance tasks on equipment and trucks such as ensuring equipment is serviced with fuel, oil, coolants, lubricants, and tire pressure.
Mow right-of-way and trims and remove brush while remaining conscious of traffic and crew safety.
Perform or assist mechanics with minor repairs and maintenance to tools and equipment.
Ensure equipment is in safe working condition.
Assist with signing and traffic control and use judgment to ensure traffic work zones are set up correctly to maximize public and crew safety.
Sweep bridges.
Maintain daily activity log.
Provide traffic control for construction, maintenance, and utility work zones.
Respond to roadway emergency situations and assess how best to apply traffic control or debris removal to safely restore traffic flow and protect emergency response personnel.
Pick up debris and trash.
Remove roadway obstructions.
Contact Sheriff’s Department and other agencies regarding motorists in distress
And other duties as assigned.

Position Specific Duties And Responsibilities

Janitor/Dispatch

Clean offices, restrooms, and meetings rooms.
Collect and dispose of waste and separate recyclable materials.
Sweep floors, strip old wax and apply new.
Wash windows and dust furniture and fixtures.
Vacuum and shampoo rugs.
Gather litter from grounds.
Mow grass, trim trees and shrubs.
Remove snow and ice from walkways.
Perform minor repairs to plumbing fixtures.
Change fluids and make minor repairs to lawn mowers.
Secure doors, windows, gates and gas pumps at night.
Contact personnel as required for emergency conditions outside regular hours.
Receive and distribute weather reports during storm activities.
Load truck drivers during emergency operations.

Sign Crew

Fabricate, repair and maintain road signs and work zone traffic control in accordance with the Federal Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and its Wisconsin supplement.
Install variety of road maintenance signs on State, County and Local roads, guardrails and other highway markers.
Operate road maintenance and repair equipment including trucks, loaders, cranes, chain saws, trimmers and snowplowing equipment.
Install and maintain signs and barricades for highway project detours and road closures.
Direct highway traffic lights during maintenance and repair projects.
Fill cracks and potholes with paving materials.
Operate and maintain and perform maintenance on sign manufacturing equipment.
Maintain computer data base of all County road sign locations and sign related activities.
Complete all necessary documentation required by the County or Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) relating to sign installation, repair, replacement or removal.
Maintain sign manufacturing equipment, signs, supplies, and order new materials as needed.
Install and maintain signs and barricades for highway project detours and road closures.

Required Working Hours

Standard working hours may vary based on season. Working hours are 6:00am until 4:00pm Monday through Thursday. Must be available nights, holidays, and weekends during snowstorms or other emergencies. Must maintain a telephone to be able to be contacted for emergency situations. Emergency on call may be needed. Please note these hours are subject to change and additional hours may be needed or required. Reimbursement for such additional hours is subject to state and federal regulations.

Minimum Training and Education

Required

High School diploma or equivalent

Licenses/Certifications

Current Valid Wisconsin State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License
Obtain and maintain a Wisconsin commercial driver’s license Class A, B, and C with N endorsements certified within 6 months of start date with no restrictions
Become Federal Mine Safety certified within 6 months of start date
Become First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified within 6 months of start date
Become Chainsaw Safety certified within 6 months of start date
Become Forklift Operator certified within 6 months of start date
Become Work Zone Safety certified within 6 months of start date

Preferred

2 years of heavy equipment operating experience

Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

Become a part of the Sauk County team!

Sauk County offers an exceptional, comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, eleven paid holidays, and a generous pension plan through the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). Additional voluntary life, supplemental, dental, vision, accident, and short-term disability plans are available as well as deferred compensation. Further benefits include vacation and sick leave accrual and a wellness program.

Have Student Loans? Work for Sauk County and get assistance! Working for a government entity gets you a spot on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.

Our work-life benefits are designed to enhance your life and the communities we serve.

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