Highway Worker

Wisconsin Counties; Merrill (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Long-Term Disability

Vacation— available on day one

Generous Sick Leave

10 paid Holidays per year

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans

Wisconsin Retirement System

Job summary

The Lincoln County Highway Worker maintains and constructs roadways, operates heavy equipment, and performs physical labor on job sites in Merrill, Wisconsin. A strong work ethic and teamwork are essential to ensure safe, efficient travel.

A high school diploma is required, with 1–2 years of related experience preferred. A valid Wisconsin driver’s license and CDL with air brakes endorsements are mandatory assets for the role.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with knowledge or experience in highway construction and maintenance.
• One to two years related experience, preferred.
• Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes, combination and tanker endorsements required.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s license, proof of insurance that satisfies Lincoln County requirements and a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operates light road maintenance and construction equipment for road surface and shoulder maintenance.
• Performs shoulder to right-of-way maintenance such as debris removal and vegetation management.
• Inspects, installs and maintains culverts and drainage.
• Maintains roadside structures like guardrails, signs, and bridge decks.
• Performs routine maintenance and monitors equipment condition.

Skills

Valid Wisconsin Driver's License

CDL with air brakes endorsements

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Merrill, Wisconsin

Job Summary

The Highway Worker plays a crucial role in the maintenance and construction of roadways, ensuring safe and efficient travel for the public. This position involves operating various heavy equipment and performing physical labor on job sites. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work as part of a team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Highway Worker position is to perform a variety of skilled and unskilled labor and equipment operations in the construction and maintenance of highways, bridges, equipment, and county facilities.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Operates a variety of light road maintenance and construction equipment and tools to perform road surface and shoulder maintenance such as paving, shouldering, grading, sweeping, sealcoating, patching, snow removal and drift control, and de-icing applications.
• Performs shoulder to right-of-way maintenance such as removing debris and hazards, cutting brush and trees, mowing roadsides, and vegetative management.
• Inspects, installs, replaces and maintains culverts and drainage.
• Maintains, repairs and replaces roadside structures such as guardrails, road markings, bridge decks, snow and security fences, and signs.
• Performs routine, preventative maintenance and cleaning of vehicles and equipment. Monitors equipment operating condition, identifies concerns and reports issues to Superintendents.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school graduate with knowledge or experience in highway construction and maintenance.
• One to two years related experience, preferred.
• Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes, combination and tanker endorsements required.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s license, proof of insurance that satisfies Lincoln County requirements and a good driving record. Ability to drive is a requirement of the position.

WAGE

This is a full-time, hourly position starting at $19.53 per hour. An additional $2.00 per hour will be given to employees who meet the CDL requirements.

Benefits

Eligibility for Lincoln County benefit package including:

• Health Insurance- your choice of two health plans- (Health Savings Account associated with a High Deductible Health Plan with a County contribution or a Traditional Health Plan)
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Long-Term Disability
• Vision Insurance
• Vacation- available on day one!
• Generous Sick Leave
• 10 paid Holidays per year
• EAP (Employee Assistance Plan)- paid by the County
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
• Allstate Plans- Accident, Critical Illness and Short Term Disability
• Wisconsin Retirement System. As an employee of Lincoln County, you would be eligible for the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), which is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country!