To ensure full consideration, please submit your application by February 20, 2025.
Applications received after this date will be reviewed only if the position remains open
Supplemental :
- 2025 Salary Range for this position is $23.43 - $35.14 / hour
- New hires should expect to start between $23.43-$25.00
- This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.
- 2025 Benefits Click HERE
Position Summary
This position performs a variety of skilled maintenance work to support Public Works to ensure the safety and security of County residents and visitors.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
Duties listed are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
General :
Perform daily equipment inspections (pre-trip) to ensure vehicles are in proper working order and maintain logsDocument time spent on particular projects, equipment, roads, parks, or facilities. Accurately documents materials usedPerform snow and ice control to county standardsOperate a variety of light, heavy, and specialized maintenance equipmentPerform routine equipment maintenance / repair tasksPerform maintenance and / or repairs at facilities as necessary or directedHighway :
Perform a variety of highway maintenance and repair tasks on and around aggregate, bituminous, and concrete surfaced roadsPerform road and right of way inspections to ensure safe conditionsPerform work zone traffic control in accordance with the MMUTCDParks / Fairgrounds :
Maintain facilities in a clean, safe, and sanitary conditionPerform a variety of grounds and facility maintenancePerform setup functions for a variety of eventsNon-Essential Functions
Assist other Public Works divisionsPerform job related duties as assigned or apparentKnowledge, Skills, Abilities
Ability to classify, compute, and tabulate data and informationAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationshipsAbility to assemble, copy, record, and transcribe data and informationAbility to explain, demonstrate, and clarify to others within well-established policies, procedures, and standards, as well as the ability to follow specific instructions and respond to requests from others.Ability to operate various communication devicesAbility to communicate effectivelyAbility to effectively handle stressful situations in a fast-paced environmentAbility to exercise sound judgment in decision-makingKnowledge of applicable software applicationsDemonstrates knowledge of the operation of heavy diesel and gas powered construction equipmentDemonstrates knowledge of road construction and maintenance practicesDemonstrates knowledge of snow and ice control practicesDemonstrates knowledge of park maintenance activitiesDemonstrates knowledge of the supplies, materials, and techniques used in general building and grounds maintenance workDemonstrates skill in the methods, materials, and equipment used in sign installation, and pavement messagesAbility to comprehend information contained in equipment, procedural and safety materialAbility to use mechanical skill in the safe operation of equipmentAbility to safely use and care for hand and power toolsAbility to apply carpentry skills in the performance of various infrastructure maintenance tasksAbility to uphold safe working conditions and procedures and follow County and departmental policies and proceduresAbility to identify potential hazards and correct situationsMinimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience with prior responsible related work experience;Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the jobRequired Training
OSHA and safety trainingRequired Certifications / Licenses
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with proof of insuranceMust obtain a tanker endorsement within 6 months of employmentMust be able to obtain fork lift certification within one (1) year of employmentPreferred education and Experience
Experience in County / State snow and ice control operations, motor grader operation, general highway maintenance work, and park / recreation maintenanceRelationships
Regular interaction with County staffInteraction with the publicLocal, regional, state and federal agenciesSupervisory Responsibilities
May indirectly supervise seasonal employeesMay indirectly supervise a work crew in the absence of Lead Workers or ManagersWorking Conditions
Work is performed under conditions involving exposure to environmental factorsAbility to respond within one (1) hour of being called for unscheduled work and / or emergenciesAbility to work around underground hazardsAbility to work early morning starts, extended hours, and weekend dutyPhysical Requirements Of This Position
Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbsAbility to operate equipment and machinery requiring monitoring multiple conditionsLift and carry materials weighing up to 100 poundsAbility to climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pullAbility to recognize and identify degrees of similarities or differences between characteristicsEquipment Required to Perform This Job
Hand and power toolsHeavy equipmentSpecialized maintenance equipmentLight equipmentShop equipmentStandard office equipmentComputersTelephonesTwo-way radioMotor vehiclesAdditional Notes
All positions at McLeod County are subject to a background check. This may include, but not limited to the following checks : criminal history, credit, driver's license, pre-employment physical, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, pre-employment psychological testing.Upon employment offer, must pass a medical examination. This examination will include testing and review of previous employment record for substance abuse.This position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation rules.Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Salary : $23 - $25
