Dutchess County Department of Public Works - Highway 2026

Salary:

$59,005 This is a permanent position in the Dutchess County Department of Public Works- Highway Division. Employees in this class have the responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of construction equipment. Operation of this type of equipment entails responsibility for the safety of other workmen. Employees in this class are also responsible for performing complex mechanical repairs to the equipment and for ordinary servicing. Supervision is received from a superior who assigns tasks and inspects the work in process and upon completion. Supervision may be exercised over helpers or laborers. Work site may vary from day-to-day. Out-of-doors work is required. Incumbents may be required to work other than the normal work week. To view a complete list of job duties, click here.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years of experience in the operation of automotive equipment, one of which should have been in the operation of construction and repair of construction equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

: Candidates must possess a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement at time of application and to maintain position. Candidates must obtain a NYS Class A CDL with hazardous materials endorsement by the completion of any probation period. These licenses must contain no restrictions other than those relating to personal physical conditions. Such restrictions will be reviewed on a case by case basis for compatibility with job duties and will not be an automatic bar to employment.

SPECIAL NOTE

Applicants for positions that require driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) at any time will be required to undergo controlled substances and at our discretion, alcohol testing prior to employment and will be subject to further testing throughout their period of employment. Applicants will also be asked to sign forms for release of information from previous employers in all cases where driving a CMV was one of your functions. Failure to sign will prevent this employer from using you as a CMV driver.

FINGERPRINTING

: A fingerprint supported background investigation is required before an appointment is made to some positions. Pursuant to New York State Executive Law, the Division of Criminal Justice Services requires that a fee accompany each such request for a search. It is due once a job offer is made and accepted by the applicant. Dutchess County offers a diverse working environment and generous benefits package including 13 paid holidays, paid time off, comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, and NYS Retirement. Apply online at www.dutchessny.gov/jobs Recruitment will be posted until filled .

An EEO/AA Employer Posted:

9/21/26