Job description

Must apply through Trempealeau County Department of Human Resources Website https://co.trempealeau.wi.us/departments/administrative_departments/human_resources/employment.php

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Purpose of Position

Trempealeau County is recruiting to fill a full-time vacancy for Equipment Operator in the Highway Department. This position will be eligible to receive an extra $5.00/hour premium pay while operating specialized equipment. Via assignment for this position is expected to be roller operator.

This is a skilled position in the County Highway Department to operate a variety of both heavy and light equipment to perform general road maintenance and construction tasks, as well as general buildings and grounds maintenance tasks.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily and in a timely manner. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.

Operates and maintains heavy duty highway construction vehicles, machinery and equipment, such as dump truck, tractor-trailer, fuel truck, water tanker, oil distribution truck, road grader, bulldozer, roller, shoulder machine, backhoe, excavators, fork lift, end-loader, ditch mowers and tractors, road sweepers, earth moving equipment, asphalt paver, skid steer, chip sealing spreaders, low-boy semi, and other equipment as assigned.

Operates snow removal and ice control equipment such as salt/sand spreaders, liquid de-icing equipment, snow plows, dump trucks, end-loaders, etc. to remove snow and ice on roadways. Shovels snow.

Removes debris and obstructions from roads, bridges, ditches, culverts, picks up trash, conduct asphalt pothole patching and tar crack filing operations, maintains fencing, and corrects other problems with roads, bridges and right-of-way.

Patrols designated routes to perform road and right-of-way maintenance and report hazards and major repair needs such as replacement of signs, guardrails, fencing and other road and right-of-way components.

Assists with construction and maintenance projects such as traffic control and sign set-up, guardrail replacement/repair, filling cracks, clearing brush and trees. Shovels materials, operates hand and power tools, clear debris from work sites, tear down and replacement of fences, cleans work areas.

Performs manual labor in asphalt paving projects. Sets grades and lines, shovels and rakes asphalt.

Performs landscaping, erosion control, top soiling, seeding and raking for new grass on road project and excavation sites.

Performs culvert removal and installation duties, and operate soil compaction equipment and machines.

Performs and assist with electronic GPS inventory logging system of culverts, bridges, guardrail, and road signs.

Operates culvert steamer machine and assist with culvert steaming and unplugging frozen culverts.

Handles herbicide chemicals and performs roadside chemical herbicide spraying of weeds and vegetation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the operation of various heavy-duty mechanical highway equipment, and the methods and materials used in servicing highway mechanical equipment.

Working knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in highway construction and maintenance.

General knowledge and experience in snow plowing, sanding, mowing, patching and road maintenance operations.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to work in varying climatic conditions.

Ability to use a variety of highway construction and maintenance equipment proficiently and safely; mechanical aptitude.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.

Ability to work with the general public.

Ability to keep records and make reports of time and activities.

Ability to work without direct supervision when necessary.

Training, Experience and Other Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, vocational/technical training in heavy equipment operation, 3 years of heavy equipment operating experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with airbrakes and tanker endorsement required. Must pass pre-employment drug screen due to CDL requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.38 - $28.77 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: One location

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