What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator position at NORTH DAKOTA STATE GOVERNMENT - DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION?
Devils Lake District, Rugby, ND
If you are looking to make a difference and drive your success, you have come to the right place. North Dakota Department of Transportation’s mission is to safely move people and goods. We are looking for a candidate with a passion to help the citizens in our state. We offer rewarding work opportunities with a competitive employee benefits package including a fully paid family health insurance plan, paid leave, retirement plan options, flexible work schedules, infant at work program, tuition reimbursement and more!
NDDOT Starting Salary: $3,418 / month with up to a 5% increase after probation
The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for relocation assistance.
Summary of Work
- Highway and Roadway Maintenance
- Operate heavy equipment to perform required maintenance duties.
- Perform highway maintenance duties.
- Perform basic snow and ice control/removal on state road system, generally during daylight hours.
- Assist in installing, repairing, and maintaining highway signs and rest areas.
- Operate power tools and other equipment to complete sign work.
- Building and Grounds Maintenance
- Perform building and ground maintenance duties.
- Maintain a safe working environment.
- Maintenance of radio tower grounds and buildings.
- Information Technology Equipment Maintenance
- Perform general routine maintenance of the roadway and radio system equipment.
- Equipment and Vehicle Maintenance
- Perform minor preventive and repair maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
- Record Keeping
- Maintain necessary paperwork, including time records, activity reporting, daily diary, road reports, etc.
- Highway Construction Project Duties
- Receive training and perform construction project duties under close supervision.
- Maintain a Safe Working Environment
This position is a safety-sensitive position. An employee, not already in a safety-sensitive position, who is selected for the position, but before being hired, will be required to satisfactorily complete a drug test. In addition, all employees applying for this position must sign the Drug Testing Release form (SFN 50098) and the district office will contact current and previous employers (within past three years).
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a high school diploma or GED.
- Valid Class B driver’s permit with air brakes with a cargo tanker endorsement by the first day of work. The employee will have 6 months to obtain a Class A driver’s license with air brakes and cargo-tanker endorsement.
- Requires work after hours, on weekends, and holidays during emergency events. Will be at times required to report to work within 30 minutes during emergency or storm situations.
- Previous experience in safely operating equipment such as tractors with attachments, farm trucks, etc. preferred.
Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process and the required drug test, medical screening, reference check and driving records check.
Application Procedures
Submit an application at www.nd.gov/careers by 11:59 P.M. CST on the closing date. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290.
For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process contact Denise Osmond, Recruitment Manager at deosmond@nd.gov or 701.328.4358. Learn more about NDDOT at https://www.dot.nd.gov/.
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NDDOT does not provide sponsorships.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.