Patrol Worker/Laborer, Highways

WCA: Wisconsin Counties Association; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement with Wisconsin Retirement

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

Kenosha County is seeking a Patrol Worker/Laborer for the Highway Division to perform winter and road maintenance throughout the year. The role involves outdoor work, sign placement, asphalt and concrete tasks, and seasonal loader operation.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED; a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required at application, with tanker endorsement within 90 days. The county offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures.
• Mechanical skills.
• Skill in basic computer usage, including email.
• Skill in asphalt paving is a plus.
• Ability to safely operate trucks and other equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to recognize potential hazards on roadways.
• Ability to endure severe weather conditions.
• Ability to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Winter Maintenance: Snow and ice removal; shoveling bridge decks; anti-icing operations.
• Road Maintenance: Sign placement, flagging, concrete and asphalt work; tree trimming and drainage.
• Summer maintenance: mowing with flail and batwing mowers; debris removal.
• Loader operation in winter; perform other duties as required.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical skills

Basic computer usage

Asphalt paving experience (a plus)

Operate trucks and equipment

Follow oral and written instructions

Hazard recognition

Weather resilience

Diversity & inclusion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Application Deadline: 2026-08-24

Job Type: County

Job Description:

Patrol Worker/Laborer

Division of Highways

If you enjoy working outdoors, performing a variety of activities year-round that help ensure State and County roadways are well-maintained and safe for travel, we encourage you to apply for an entry-level position as a Patrol Worker/Laborer with the Kenosha County Highway Division.

2026 Hiring Range: $27.54 - $31.29 per hour

As An Organization, Kenosha County Prides Itself On Engaging In The Adoption Of New Leadership Styles, Continuous Improvement And Innovation, And a Willingness To Invest In New Technology To Support Operations. As a Kenosha County Employee, You Are Provided a Very Competitive Salary And Benefit Package And You Have Access To a Range Of Training And Learning Opportunities.

Some Of The Benefits Offered Include:

• Positive workplace culture
• Health, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; tuition reimbursement; deferred compensation; employee assistance program; pet insurance; paid time off (PTO); and 12 paid holidays per year
• Pension through the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), rated one of the top public-sector pension systems in the nation

Work Schedule

• Regular first shift work hours are Monday through Thursday from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• May be assigned to work second shift (3:30 PM to 12:00 midnight) from mid-November to mid-April, with a shift premium of $1.00
• Required to work overtime for winter maintenance on an as-needed basis
• Work hours are determined by the workload and weather and are subject to change

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Winter Maintenance

• Snow and ice removal
• Shoveling bridge decks
• Anti-icing operations

Road Maintenance

• Sign placement and flagging for traffic control
• Concrete work and asphalt paving
• Tree trimming and removal
• Drainage work and culvert installation
• Pothole repair
• Gravel shoulder maintenance and repair
• Crack grinding and sealing
• Painting road markings
• Litter pickup, including removal of road hazards (animals, wood, metal, etc.)
• Summer maintenance responsibilities, including mowing with flail and batwing mowers
• Operating a loader in the winter, occasionally
• Performing other work as required or assigned

Success Factors

• Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures
• Mechanical skills
• Skill in basic computer usage, including email
• Skill in asphalt paving is a plus
• Ability to safely operate trucks and other equipment
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to recognize potential hazards on roadways
• Ability to endure severe weather conditions
• Ability to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment

Job Requirements, Education, Training And Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Safe driving record

Licenses or Certifications

• Must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Classes B-C-D, at the time of application
• Within 90 days of hire, must be able to obtain a tanker endorsement
• May be required to obtain a Class A CDL with air brake and manual transmission endorsements

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of employment with the ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a wellness program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan: Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The position involves heavy physical demands, including occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force from carrying manhole covers and semi tires and rims. Will carry up to 10 pounds frequently.

Selection Process

• Application Review - Qualifying
• Oral Interview - Qualifying
• Background Check - Qualifying
• Physical Examination/Drug Screen - Qualifying

If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.

This posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received. It is subject to close at any time without prior notice.

To learn more about the Highway Division in the Department of Public Works, please visit: https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/504/Highways

Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.

The pay grade for this position is NE10 (Min. $27.54 - Max. $35.05 per hour).

This position is located in Kenosha County, an expanding community along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from Milwaukee and Chicago. To see why Kenosha County is a great place to live, work, and play, please visit: https://www.visitkenosha.com/ or https://lifebalancedkenosha.com/

Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!

https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs

Deadline Note: This posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received. It is subject to close at any time without prior notice.