What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician position at Ada County Highway District?
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician
Ada County Highway District is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician to join our maintenance division. As a member of our team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our heavy equipment fleet.
We offer a competitive hourly rate of $22.80 - $26.30 per hour, and an excellent benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, paid parental leave, 401K match, and membership in the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI).
Primary Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain light- to heavy-duty maintenance equipment, including dump trucks, water trucks, rollers, loaders, air compressors, jackhammers, and winter maintenance equipment for plowing, sanding, and deicing roads.
- Repair and replace asphalt on roadways, including potholes, trench repairs, shoulder barrow ditch repairs, chip sealing, crack sealing, and other road maintenance tasks.
- Respond to winter weather conditions and other emergencies, requiring flexible work hours.
Qualifications:
- A valid Idaho Class A CDL license or ability to obtain one within six months of employment.
- Experience driving/operating dump trucks and loaders is preferred.
- Knowledge of asphalt placement and compaction, chip sealing, crack sealing, and other road maintenance techniques is preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.
We are an AA/EEO/ADA Employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Salary : $23 - $26
