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Public Works Operator

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McKenzie County, ND

Watford City, ND (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/16/2026

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Job Description

The Operator position within McKenzie County Public Works is responsible for operating heavy equipment and/or trucks to maintain the roads, bridges, and right of ways of roads throughout McKenzie County, as well as transport essential materials. This position is located in Watford City, ND and scheduled for Monday
  • Thursday during the Winter months and Monday-Friday in the summer months.
Level and salary commensurate with experience. Essential Job Functions Operate heavy equipment such as dozer, grader, front-end loader, backhoe, mower, excavator, etc. to perform a variety of road maintenance, repair, construction duties, and other assigned tasks relating to roads, bridges, and right of ways. Operates a dump truck to deliver materials for road work including dirt, gravel, and asphalt; operate a tractor-trailer to deliver equipment to work sites Install and maintain ditches and drainage culverts, guardrails, fences, roadway signs, traffic control devices, and other items and equipment that enhance the safety of County highways and drives. Prepare roads for accessibility, which includes preparing shoulder, spraying chemicals, laying gravel, etc.; assists in the building, repair, and re-habilitation of new and substandard roads, including culvert installation, road shaping, etc. Perform winter road maintenance and snow removal through plowing, sanding, and other activities to ensure that roads remain passable. Verify, file and maintain all documents Other duties as assigned for business needs Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Preferred) 1 year experience truck driving OR 3 years' experience operating heavy equipment Valid driver's license
  • Class A CDL required, tanker endorsement preferred Strong communication skills Ability to work in a team environment Must be able to report to Watford City, ND daily at required schedule time Physical requirements and working conditions:
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Single:
100% paid for employees Single+Child(ren): $269.28 monthly
Family:
$397.80 monthly
Dental Single:
100% paid for employees
Family:
$16.98 monthly
Vision Single:
100% paid for employees
Family:
$4.32 monthly Vacation Time 0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year 3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year 6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per year Over 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per year Sick Time 4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per year Retirement Main Plan
  • County contributes 9.26%, Employee contribute 1
  • 3%•County will match Public Safety Plan•Employee contributes 1.
5%, County matches 16.54% Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Deputies/Corrections) Flex Accounts Tax-free dollars set aside each month, up to $3,200.00 annually for medical expenses $5,000.00 annually may be set aside for day care expenses Life Insurance McKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate. Other Deferred Income
  • 457B Similar to a 401k plan; minimum contribution amount is $25.
00, max of $22,500.00 per year. Funds cannot be withdrawn until retirement, termination, or an unforeseeable emergency. Supplemental Insurance MetLife plans may be purchased for an additional charge.

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