General Equipment Operator - Utility Crews

General Equipment Operator – Utility Crews

Ada County Highway District is now accepting applications for a General Equipment Operator on
both the Adams Utility Crew and Cloverdale Utility Crew in our Maintenance division. This is a fulltime, non-exempt position and starting wage is $22.80 - $26.30 per hour, DOQ.

ACHD offers an excellent benefit package with medical, vision and dental insurance, paid parental
leave, paid vacation and holidays, 401K match and membership in the Public Employee Retirement
System of Idaho (PERSI).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision of the Utility Crew Chief, the primary duties of this position are to
perform skilled work, manual labor, and operate light- to heavy-duty maintenance equipment.

• The crew performs a variety of work from cleaning ditches, fixing cave-ins, and laying pipe to
installing concrete.

• Responding to winter weather conditions and other emergencies is an essential function of
this position and may require working outside of normal work hours.

Qualifications:

• Experience in construction and concrete work such as setting forms and finishing curbs and
sidewalks is desired, as well as the ability to shoot grade and lay pipe to grade.

• Must have a current Idaho Class A CDL license or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of
employment. If license is from another state, must be able to obtain an Idaho CDL by start of
employment. Must obtain a tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment.

• Experience operating a 10-wheel dump truck is desired, experience with use of a plow and
sander/anti-icing unit a plus.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Strong work ethic is required.

• Any combination of education, training, or experience, which provides the required
knowledge, skills and abilities, may be acceptable.

An AA/EEO/ADA Employer
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Salary/Compensation: $22.80 - $26.30 per hour

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