Equipment Operator - Highway Maintenance Worker

This full-time, non-exempt, benefit-eligibleposition is located at the Anoka County Highway Department in Andover. Work schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

May be required to work night shift on a limited basis for snow/ice control operations.

Overtime is likely throughout different times of the year.

May choose to work a 4 - 10-hour shift in the summer with supervisor approval.

Schedule may vary based on business needs and at supervisor discretion.

Work is completed outdoors in all weather conditions.

Pay and Benefits

• Salary: $44,720 ($21.50 per hour).
• 2022 Anoka County Highway Department Salary Schedule Grade B010: $42,161 to $63,856 ($20.27 to $30.70 per hour).
• 24 days of paid Flexible Time Off and up to 11.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more.
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Learn more about our robust benefits package by going to our website. www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits

Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Equipment Operator.

• Operate equipment such as, but not limited to, single-axle and tandem trucks, tailgate pavers, front-end loaders, backhoes, tractor mowers, skid steers, and motor graders.
• Able to plow and wing snow removal and be able to apply ice control materials.
• Perform seasonal road repair work including street sweeping, jetting out culverts, re-graveling road shoulders, maintaining catch basins and spillways, installing cross pipes, and driveway pipes.
• Maintain county roads.
• Finish concrete for curb and sidewalk areas.
• Assist with traffic control, flagging, signing for work zone areas, debris, brush, and tree removal.
• Report any equipment malfunctions and provide proper equipment checks before operating equipment each day.
• Perform minor maintenance operations and daily service on assigned vehicles.
• Accurately and promptly complete all required documentation such as vehicle inspection reports and incident/accident/injury forms.
• Assist with callouts for emergency operations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Two years of full-time (2,080 annual hours) paid job-related experience in operation of highway construction and/or maintenance equipment.
• Must possess a valid Minnesota Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement and be able to obtain a Class A with tanker and air brake endorsement within one year of employment OR possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement upon hire and be able to obtain a tanker endorsement within 6 months of employment.
• Must be available on a 24-hour emergency callout basis for emergency operations.
• Successfully pass criminal history and driver's license background checks.
• Successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and DOT physical.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in snow removal and ice control operations in a highway road systems environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities needed:

• Knowledge of road maintenance and materials.
• Knowledge of bituminous, concrete, and pipe installation.
• Engage with public in a professional manner.
• Perform minor repairs and primary maintenance on highway equipment.
• Operate equipment as required.
• Work with hand and power tools.
• Engage in strenuous physical activity.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County's 345,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County!

If you are requesting an exam accommodation, would like to submit Veterans' Preference information or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number.

Selection Process
The selection process for this classification will consist of the review and scoring of your training and experience from the application materials submitted. Resume and cover letter submissions are optional and cannot be used in lieu of the application. Background checks are required upon all offers.

Include responses to all supplemental questions with your application no later than 4:30 p.m. on the closing date of the position. A complete application is required for you to be considered.

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