Equipment Operator I at the Highway Department

Do you have a CDL and you have operated other types of heavy equipment? Are you looking for a stable career with opportunities for growth?

The Equipment Operator I is a safety-sensitive position subject to DOT drug & alcohol procedures, must be available to report to work during regular business hours and must be available after hours to respond to emergencies and/or highway conditions. This entry level CDL required position has a focus primarily on the operation of Outagamie County’s fleet of dump trucks. Also operates several medium and light pieces of equipment and moves materials from manufacturing and distribution centers to jobsites. Equipment operator I’s are responsible for winter plowing activities and maintaining a safe and efficient road system.

Hours:
Mon-Fri 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Work schedule fluctuates with the change of seasons and workloads. Flexibility is required based on workloads. Must be available to report to work after hours to respond to emergencies and/or highway conditions. Availability is the ability to respond to a phone call within 15 minutes and report to duty within 45 minutes. There are possibilities of overtime.

Outagamie County Offers:
Health, Dental, and Vision options start the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
HSA (Health Savings Account) is available with employee/employer contributions or an FSA (Flexible Savings Account) is available.
Life Insurance for Full-Time Employees (Paid for by the County)
Short-term Disability (optional)
Long-term Disability available for Full-Time Employees (Paid for by the County)
Vacation, Comp Time, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays up to 12 days
Employee and Family Health Clinic located in the County Administration Building
Continuing Education
Retirement Options:
Deferred Comp (Public Sector Retirement Savings Plan)
Wisconsin Retirement System (retirement plan in which the county pays a portion and the employee pays an amount)
Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting: https://www.outagamie.org/government/departments-f-m/human-resources/employee-benefits-information
Key Responsibilities:
The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Must be available to report to work after hours to respond to emergencies and/or highway conditions. Availability is the ability to respond to a phone call within 15 minutes and report to duty within 45 minutes.
Plows snow from highways, applying chlorides and abrasives as necessary
Operate a dump truck to transport various materials to construction sites such as hot mix asphalt, stone, dirt, concrete, debris, etc.
Complete a pre and post trip to identify mechanical issues.
Effectively maintain equipment through inspections, greasing and lubing, servicing, making minor repairs and adjustments, and operating appropriately
Ensure materials are loaded correctly to not exceed weight limits of vehicle.
Understand WIS DOT work zone field manual to correctly setup various traffic control layouts.
Perform maintenance duties on the County highway system along with related maintenance jurisdictions including pot hole patching, crack filling, sweeping, mowing, brush cutting, guardrail repair, bridge maintenance, etc.
Remove hazards and debris from roadways
Erect and remove snow fence, repair fences and barriers on right of way, landscape roadsides, install erosion control
Knowledge and ability to set up levels, lasers and utility locators.
Operate small tools such as chainsaws, string trimmers, brush cutters, power saws, jack hammers, impacts, painters, drills, etc.
Operate hand tools such as shovels, rakes, hammers, wrenches, etc.
Operate vehicles such as trucks, dump trucks, plows, brooms, forklifts, loaders, compactors, operate tar kettles, and other small equipment as assigned
Maintains grounds adjacent to highway facilities, planting and cutting grass, laying sod, installing landscape materials, etc.
Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works overtime/extra hours as required including nights and weekends.
Completes and submits records of time, location, materials, and equipment used on each project daily.
Expected to work in a variety of weather conditions
Conduct duties in a safe diligent manner at all times
Ability to communicate relevant information to team members in a respectful and constructive way
Maintain a clean and safe worksite

Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements:
Graduate from high school or G.E.D. and
Experience in the operation of light duty equipment desired
Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B, C, D with endorsement N (Tanker) is required. As well as the ability to legally operate CMV’s with Air Brakes, Manual Transmissions, and Tank Cargo (No restrictions such as L, Z, E, O or X).
2 or more years in the construction industry and in the operation of light duty equipment desired.
This position does require successful completion of a Post Offer Pre Employment Examination (POPE).
Or, any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Required or Preferred Skills:
Knowledge of and ability to operate and service trucks, tractors, and light equipment.
Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in equipment operation.
Ability to apply basic computer skills to enter time, record materials, check emails, etc.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, and cope with distracting vibrations, fumes, dust, etc.
Ability to organize and maintain accurate and complete records, and prepare clear and comprehensive reports
Demonstrated ability to comply with appropriate safety regulations.
Ability to work semi-independently making sound decisions using good judgment.
Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with co-workers, county officials and officers, general public, etc.
Ability to budget time and schedule work to efficiently complete tasks.
Ability to organize and schedule work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.
Ability to walk, bend, stoop, lift, carry; push, pull, and otherwise move objects up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.
Essential Physical Demands
Stand/walk
Sit (driving/operating equipment)
Lift/carry up to 50 lbs. floor to 3’7″ (3’7″ height of pickup truck bed)
Push/pull
Climbing (on/off equipment)
Stooping
Kneeling
Bending
Crawling
Reaching: high/low level
Finger movement-repetitive
Repetitive twisting/pressure with wrist or hands
Both hands required
Both legs required
Ability to communicate verbally
Visual requirements for operator moving machinery/vehicles
Ability to be disturbed or awakened for responding to emergencies and/or highway conditions

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

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Deadline Note: Deadline is subject to change