Highway Operator III - Maintenance Patrol

Chippewa County is accepting applications for an Operator III – Maintenance Patrol position within the Highway Department. The job duties of the Operator III – Maintenance Patrol include but are not limited to use a variety of heavy equipment for construction and maintenance of roads and bridges; and to provide responsive, courteous and efficient service to County residents and the general public.  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 three (3) years’ experience in heavy equipment operation on a routine basis and must be able to operate a variety of equipment relating to construction and maintenance of roads and bridges. N-Tanker Endorsement required within 6 months from date of hire. MSHA certification for work in mines preferred. Employer provided certification to be obtained within 12 months of full-time hire. Certifications – as determined by the County based on the position. Road maintenance or construction experience preferred. A cell phone is required. Visit www.chippewacountywi.gov to view the full position description and other job requirements.

Starting Wage: $24.54 - $26.67 per hour depending on qualifications plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Maximum Wage: $32.00 per hour. 

Benefits: Health Insurance offered through AmeriBen (Anthem BluePreferred Network) is a high deductible plan ($3,000 - Single and $6,000 - Family) with $0 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 Wednesday, November 20th 2024 at 4:30 PM. Application materials received after that date and time will not be considered. EOE.