Roadway Maintenance Heavy Equipment Operator (Snow & Ice)

City-of-Bismarc; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Bismarck is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to repair and maintain city roads and streets. The role includes winter snow and ice operations, operating backhoes, loaders, graders, and other equipment, and patching asphalt with specialized materials.

Responsibilities extend to traffic control, sign installation, street sweeping, and routine vehicle inspections, with strong emphasis on safety and on-site coordination.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and perform math calculations at a high school level or equivalent.
• Relevant street maintenance or heavy equipment experience preferred (1–2 years).
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid North Dakota Class B license with air brakes and tanker endorsement within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment for repair and maintenance of city roads and streets.
• Participates in snow and ice removal operations; on-call 24/7 during winter with 12-hour shifts.
• Mends asphalt streets using paver, roller, durapatcher, hotbox and cold mix patch; seals cracks.
• Operates brine making equipment and street sweeper; installs traffic signs and markings.
• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment; conducts pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Sets up and assists in traffic control at work sites; maintains radio contact with dispatchers.
• Knowledge of safety policies and city geography; ability to prioritize and organize work.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Prioritizing work

Hand and power tools

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship/internship experience

Job description

City of Bismarck is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to repair and maintain city roads and streets. The role includes winter snow and ice operations, operating backhoes, loaders, graders, and other equipment, and patching asphalt with specialized materials.

Responsibilities extend to traffic control, sign installation, street sweeping, and routine vehicle inspections, with strong emphasis on safety and on-site coordination.