Highway Operator III – Maintenance Patrol

Chippewa County is accepting applications for an Operator III – Maintenance Patrol. The job duties of Operator III include but are not limited to the ability to use a variety of heavy equipment for the construction and maintenance of roads and bridges. Winter maintenance activities will be required for this position.

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Class A CDL without restrictions E and L required. Minimum of three (3) years experience in heavy equipment operation on a routine basis. Must be able to operate a variety of equipment relating to construction and maintenance of roads and bridges. Certifications are determined by the County based on the position. Road maintenance experience preferred. N-Tanker Endorsement required within six (6) months from date of hire. MSHA Certification for work in mines preferred. Employer-provided certification to be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire. A cell phone is required. Visit www.chippewacountywi.gov to view the full position description and other job requirements.

Starting Wage: $26.84 – $29.17 per hour depending on qualifications plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Maximum Wage: $35.00 per hour.

Benefits: Health Insurance offered through AmeriBen (Anthem BluePreferred Network) is a high-deductible plan ($3,000 – Single and $6,000 – Family) with low monthly premiums! Includes Near-Site Clinic at ReforMedicine with $0 cost office visits, physicals, labs, etc. And physical therapy services at Doctors of Physical Therapy with $0 cost for visits! Wisconsin Retirement System pension! Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Disability Insurance offered. Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) of 7.09 hours earned bi-weekly! For more information on Chippewa County’s Benefits visit: https://www.chippewacountywi.gov/government/administration/human-resources-division/employee-benefits

TO APPLY: Applications will only be accepted through the online application process at www.chippewacountywi.gov under Career Opportunities. Applications must be submitted electronically by Sunday, May 10th, 2026, at 4:30 PM. Application materials received after that date and time will not be considered. EOE.

Interviews will be conducted the week of May 18th – 22nd, 2026.

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Deadline Note: Applications will only be accepted through the online application process at www.chippewacountywi.gov under Career Opportunities. Applications must be submitted electronically by Sunday, May 10th, 2026, at 4:30 PM. Application materials received after that date and time will not be considered. EOE.