Salary
$57,141.13 - $63,576.53 Annually
Job Number
23TRNSA04MN052
Closing Date
7/28/2023 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Bridge division of Hennepin County's Transportation Project Delivery department is seeking a Highway Maintenance Operator. This position will operate motorized equipment and perform a variety of heavy manual jobs in the maintenance of bridges and related public works facilities. This position will also support snow and ice control operations during winter months.
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the employee referral program page.
Location and hours:This position is located at the Public Works Facility at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, Minnesota, 55340. There is no public transportation to this facility. Work hours for the summer are 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 4 days a week, and work hours in the winter are 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Occasional overtime may be required.About the position type:This is a full-time, benefit-earning position.
This position is internally classified as Highway Maintenance Operator.Click here to view the job classification specification.In this position, you will:
· Operate a variety of equipment such as welder, sealing machine, hot pour kettle, vacuum trailer, air compressor, rivet buster, hydraulic jacks and various hand tools.
· Perform semi-skilled construction and maintenance work.
· Become familiar with and learn how to operate the bridge inspection vehicle.
· Work at heights in aerial lift, bucket truck and bridge inspection vehicle basket.
· Act as a crew leader on assigned tasks.
· Assist with equipment maintenance by performing minor repairs and reporting the need for major repairs.
· Perform snow and ice control with designated equipment during winter months.
Need to have:
· One or more years of experience in one of the following:
o Road construction and/or road maintenance.
o Operation of a commercial motor vehicle over 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight (GVW).
o Operation and maintenance of farm equipment.
o Building and heavy construction industry.
· A valid Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake endorsement. A valid Class A CDL with air brake and tanker endorsement must be obtained within one year of employment.
· Ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
· Ability to lift up to 70 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Nice to have:
· Experience:
o Working in bridge construction and/or bridge maintenance.
o Operating a snowplow.
· Knowledge of:
o The mechanical operation of various equipment used in road or bridge maintenance.
o Repair or construction operations.
o Common tools, methods, materials and practices used in road or bridge maintenance.
· Ability to:
o Follow verbal and written directions.
o Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time.
o Perform a variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks involving physical strength and endurance.
o Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment in the field.
o Perform a variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks involved in the assigned work function.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Marita Nguyen