Equipment Operator I

The City of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, is a beautiful and thriving community of 44,678 located at the foot of Lake Winnebago. Fond du Lac is a great place to live and work and its recreational opportunities are second-to-none. In addition, Fond du Lac is only an hour away from Green Bay, Milwaukee, and Madison and all those communities have to offer.

We are seeking qualified candidates that enjoy working outside, and are motivated to excel in performing duties for the betterment of the City and its citizens and visitors.

Under general supervision, the Equipment Operator I will primarily be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of specialized equipment relating to the construction and maintenance of city infrastructure. Also required is the execution of other duties as assigned pertaining to the daily operations within Public Works.

General Qualifications and/or knowledge, skills, and willingness to learn the following include:

· Use of basic hand and power tools

· Participate in annual leaf collection program

· Plow, salt, load, and haul snow

· Haul and dump refuse

· Routine vehicle maintenance; i.e. check oil, tire pressure, battery

· Maneuver equipment trailer behind a dump truck

• Operation of Combination Sewer Cleaning Truck
• Operation of Mechanical Street Sweepers
• Knowledge of Storm water and Sanitary Sewer Collection System
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting
• Possession of a valid Wisconsin Commercial “Class A” Driver’s License without air brake restrictions and with tanker endorsement. (City paid training to achieve and reimbursement for renewals.)
• Confined Space Entry

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefit package including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; long-term disability; 457 and Roth retirement plans; and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System. This continues to be one of the best-funded public employee retirement systems in the country. The financial strength of the WRS is attributable to its unique plan design, funding discipline, strong governance, and the effective investment strategies of the State of Wisconsin Investment Board. Relocation and Educational Assistance is also available. https://www.fdl.wi.gov/hr/employee-resources/benefits/.

Paid Time Off: We offer a generous paid time off package including compensatory time in lieu of overtime, 9 standard holidays, 5 floating holidays, sick leave (8 hours/month); and vacation schedule based on previous career and field experience.

Salary Range: We offer a competitive compensation package ($30 – $37/hour) based upon knowledge, skills, and abilities with potential to receive additional step increases based on meeting and/or exceeding goals/expectations; annual COLA and step increases pending City Council approval of budgets; and future promotional opportunities in alignment with succession and career path.

If you are interested in this excellent opportunity, please submit a City application, or a detailed resume and/or cover letter describing your interest and experience as it relates directly to this position to Jackie Braatz (jbraatz@fdl.wi.gov). Open until filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $37.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $37