Seasonal Equipment Operator

Milwaukee Succeeds; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 33,861 - 40,672; Part time

Job summary

A local government department is hiring a Seasonal Equipment Operator/Snowplow Driver. This role involves assisting with snow and ice removal during winter months, operating plow trucks, and performing equipment maintenance. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid commercial driver's license (Class B), and must be available to work flexible hours. The position demands teamwork and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age upon employment.
• Experience with the operation of construction-related equipment for winter street maintenance.
• Minimum one year of snow removal experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with snow and ice removal during winter months.
• Operate plow truck and spreader for salt application.
• Perform routine maintenance and servicing of equipment.

Skills

Proficient in winter maintenance

Team player

Ability to operate a single/tandem axle plow truck

Understanding and carrying out verbal instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial driver's license (Class B)

Front-end loader

Job description

The Seasonal Equipment Operator / Snowplow Driver assists the Department of Public Works with snow and ice removal and other duties as assigned during the winter months approximately mid-November through mid-April on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm (flexible) and/or as needed (a typical season may require approximately 2-20+hours/week in addition to the weekend hours). Required days of work can include weekdays, weekends, and holidays. The employee is paid only for actual hours worked. Employees will receive overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week.

• Salary range starting at $24.5799 - $29.5241 hourly (DOQ)
• Schedule: Mid-November through Mid-April - Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm (flexible) and/or as needed
• Tentative Interview Dates: TBD
• Tentative Start Date: TBD

Essential Job Functions

The job functions listed herein are neither exclusive nor exhaustive, but are intended to be illustrative of the types of tasks the employee will most likely be expected to perform on a regular basis. The employee may be asked to perform different or additional tasks than the ones listed here, as the needs of the employer and/or the requirements of the position change.

Knowledge of

• Employees shall be proficient in winter maintenance: ability to plow with a single/tandem axle plow truck with front and wing mounted plows while operating a spreader and dump body for salt application along with chloride applicator. Respond to snow and ice events within 1 hour of the call-out.
• Be able to use a front-end loader to properly load a dump truck.
• Routine servicing and light maintenance of equipment.
• General vehicle maintenance knowledge.
• Complete snow related activities including clearing cross walks, building walkways and other locations around the city.
• Required to work weekend or evening hours as directed.
• Understanding and carrying out verbal and written instructions.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
• Candidate must be a team player and able to undertake assigned tasks in a respectful, safe, efficient manner.
• This position requires all duties to be performed in conformance with City of Waukesha policies and adherence to state and federal safety policies and standards.

Physical Demands

• Job consists of a combination of sitting, standing, walking, and driving
• Employees will be exposed to cold, wet, and slippery conditions.
• There will be exposure to dust, noise, and chemicals.
• Frequently subject to work outside of a normal work hour/week schedule as weather or circumstances dictate, e.g. snowstorms, rain/wind storms, or other events requiring response to protect the public as a result of natural or man-made circumstances.
• Employees will need to be available to report for work within 1-hour of call-in. Operations may extend to a 16 hour shift.

Necessary special requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age upon employment
• Valid commercial driver's license (Minimum: Class B)
• Experience with the operations of various construction related equipment for winter street maintenance
• Must be able to pass background check, drug test, reference check, and driving test.
• Minimum one year of snow removal experience with a with a single/tandem axle plow truck.

The City of Waukesha is an Equal Opportunity Employer.