Senior Equipment Operator: Highway & Maintenance

North Dakota Department of Transportation; Bowman (ND); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

North Dakota Department of Transportation in Bowman, ND seeks an Equipment Operator III to perform highway maintenance, operate heavy equipment, and support building and grounds work. You will manage routine maintenance, signage, guardrails, and participate in snow and ice control operations.

The role requires two years of related experience or a high school diploma/GED with additional heavy equipment exposure, and may involve emergency-shift duties with a 30‑minute response.

Qualifications

• Requires two years work experience at Equipment Operator II level.
• High school diploma or GED with three years heavy equipment experience or related work.
• Driver's license with appropriate endorsements may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to perform highway maintenance duties and snow/ice control.
• Install, repair, and maintain highway signs and guardrails.
• Perform building and ground maintenance and routine roadway tasks; keep accurate records.

Skills

Equipment operation

Heavy equipment handling

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years college coursework in engineering or heavy equipment

Job description

North Dakota Department of Transportation in Bowman, ND seeks an Equipment Operator III to perform highway maintenance, operate heavy equipment, and support building and grounds work. You will manage routine maintenance, signage, guardrails, and participate in snow and ice control operations.

The role requires two years of related experience or a high school diploma/GED with additional heavy equipment exposure, and may involve emergency-shift duties with a 30‑minute response.