Find & Apply For Maintenance Helper / Assistant Jobs in Palisade, Colorado

Maintenance Worker The District is seeking an ideal candidate who is a motivated individual with sound judgment who can work and drive in all weather conditions, work independently and as part of a team, troubleshoot and problem solve, show initiative, display excellent communication skills, and works safely while maintaining a high level of organization, accountability and attention to detail. Position Summary This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position that reports to the District Foreman and performs a variety of semi-skilled labor duties in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the District's irrigation water delivery and drainage systems involving use and/or operation of light vehicles, dump trucks, heavy equipment, machinery, hand and power tools, and handheld devices. This position works as part of a team or individually, receives daily work direction, and investigates and addresses other issues or matters as assigned. Position Requirements High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Valid Colorado Driver's License with class A CDL learners permit and an approved driving record from the DMV. Ability to complete required driver training and obtain a Class A Commercial Driver License with air brakes endorsement within one (1) year from the date of hire with the District. Ability to complete Flagger, Trenching and Excavation, Confined Space, and CPR/First-Aid training. A 40-hour work week, working overtime as required but not guaranteed, with or without notice, and responding to emergencies as required. Work a regular and rotational seven (7) day on-call schedule and on-call shifts as required. Flexibility to work early in the mornings, days, nights, holidays, weekends, and fill in for absent employees as needed. Must live within 30 minutes travel time to Orchard Mesa Irrigation District's main office. Subject to random DOT drug screenings. Preferred Skills and Experience Valid Class A CDL with air brakes endorsement. Heavy equipment experience. Trade skills. Previous experience in construction, small and heavy equipment operation, welding, concrete work, water systems, or other irrigation systems. Any equivalent combination of experience, training, certifications and education that provides the required skills and abilities for the position. Pay and Benefits This is a non-exempt position and the pay range for this position is $19.00 to $25.00 per hour with a competitive benefits package. The benefits package includes two health insurance plan options, dental, vision, wellness and employee assistance programs, retirement contribution with company match after 1 (one) year of employment, company paid and supplemental life insurances, 10 (ten) paid holidays and other paid leaves, supplemental insurance options, department specific allowances and reimbursements, and on-the-job training. How To Apply To be considered for this position, all qualified candidates must complete an employment application. Please submit your application and resume to the District's main office: In person at 668 38 Road in Palisade, Colorado. By mail to Orchard Mesa Irrigation District 668 38 Road Palisade, CO 81526 or Via e-mail to info@omirrigation.com If you have any questions about this position, please contact the District's main office at (970) 464-7885 or info@omirrigation.com . Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Orchard Mesa Irrigation District is an equal opportunity employer. The candidate selected for this position must possess a valid class A CDL with air brakes endorsement or a valid class A CDL learners permit, pass a pre-employment drug screening, a DOT physical, a reference and CBI background check, and an approved driver history report from the DMV.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Palisade, CO 81526 (Required)

Work Location:

In person