Patrol Worker (Fall/Winter LTE) - Highway Operations

Waukesha County, WI; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Waukesha County is seeking six temporary Patrol Worker positions for the late-Fall 2024 to late-Winter 2025 season. Work includes maintenance and repair of highways, snow removal, and de-icing operations. A Class B CDL is required at application, with Class A CDL and air brake endorsement within six months.

Typical hours are second shift, 7:00 pm to 3:00 am, Monday through Friday; onboarding may start on a first shift for training. Physical/medical confirmations and background checks apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class B CDL required; Class A with air brake endorsement within six months of hire.
• Experience in maintenance/repair of roads is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of highways, roads, bridges and right-of-ways, including snow removal and de-icing operations.
• Operate a variety of trucks and equipment necessary for maintenance and repair tasks.
• Respond to emergency situations and work under variable weather conditions.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License

Wisconsin Class A CDL with air brake endorsement

Job description

SALARY RANGE$27.49 - $38.19WORK ASSIGNMENT DETAILSWaukesha County's Department of Public Works is seeking to fill 6 temporary Patrol Worker positions for the late-Fall 2024 to late-Winter 2025 season.As a temporary Patrol Worker, you will perform work involving maintenance and repair of highways, roads, bridges, and right-of-ways, including snow removal and de-icing operations. You may be called upon at any time to respond to emergency situations such as: snowstorms, windstorms, and must have the ability to:perform moderate to heavy manual labor for extended periods under variable weather conditions;operate a variety of trucks and equipment necessary for the maintenance and repair of roads and right-of-ways; and,effectively interact with sensitivity with persons from diverse cultural, cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages and lifestyles.A Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required upon application; Class A CDL preferred.Typical work hours: second shift, 7:00 pm to 3:00 am, Monday - Friday. (Please note the first week may be first shift, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday, for onboarding/training purposes.)Prior to hiring, the final candidate is subject to work/education/certification reference(s), a criminal background and driver's license check, and a Physical Exam consisting of a hearing test, physical, DOT Drug Test, musculoskeletal evaluation, and TB Assessment.CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATIONTo view the full classification specification for Patrol Worker click here .Minimum Training & Experience Requirements1. High School Diploma or GED.2. Work experience in maintenance and repair of roads and the operation of a variety of trucks and equipment is desirable.3. Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License.4. Valid Wisconsin Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement within six (6) months of hire.In addition to the above, candidates must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential job functions as listed in the Patrol Worker ADA Essential Functions Worksheet . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.About Us:Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of \"Leading the Way\", we value teamwork and collaboration, ethics and diversity, communication, efficiency and cost savings, innovation, and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves \"Is there a better way?\"Location:Located in the City of Waukesha, our campus offers an on-site fitness center, free parking, and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems, public markets, performing arts, music festivals, and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals, Brewers, Bucks, Wave, Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs.EEO:Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.For further information visit: https://www.waukeshacounty.govThe County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.