Roadway Maintenance Tech: Training, Benefits, Weekends

Minnehaha County; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fri/Sat/Sun off weekends Apr-Oct

Regular pay raises

Work on diverse equipment

Ongoing training

New facility

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Generous PTO

SRS retirement plan

Deferred compensation plan

Job summary

Minnehaha County seeks a Highway Maintenance Team Member in Sioux Falls, SD. Join an experienced crew to operate equipment, repair roads, and keep statewide roads safe year-round. The role offers training, paid time off, and a strong benefits package.

You will perform snow removal, equipment maintenance, drainage work, and routine repairs while adhering to safety regulations and communicating with colleagues and the public.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and related work experience or equivalent.
• A valid Class B CDL with air brake endorsement is required and a safe driving record must be maintained.
• Pre-employment background process will be completed.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in varied weather and read/understand written instructions.
• Knowledge of road construction tools, materials and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate light, medium and heavy equipment including bulldozers, excavators and trucks.
• Perform snow and ice removal to keep roads clear during winter months.
• Maintain drainage by servicing culverts and ditches.
• Repair county roads, patch potholes and resurface as needed.
• Install and repair fences and manage weed-spraying as required.
• Communicate effectively with team, other agencies and the public.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading instructions

Physical endurance

Emergency response

Ability to follow directions

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class B CDL with air brake

Safe driving record

Hand and power tools

Job description

Minnehaha County seeks a Highway Maintenance Team Member in Sioux Falls, SD. Join an experienced crew to operate equipment, repair roads, and keep statewide roads safe year-round. The role offers training, paid time off, and a strong benefits package.

You will perform snow removal, equipment maintenance, drainage work, and routine repairs while adhering to safety regulations and communicating with colleagues and the public.