Department:

Highways Job ID:

13066

Pay:

$17.04 per hour

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday-7am-3:30pm; 17500 W 71st Viola Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits. Operates large tractor mowers to maintain public rights-of-way, ensuring safe and aesthetically pleasing roadways and public spaces. The role includes working along high-speed roadways, performing basic maintenance on mowing equipment, assisting with various public works construction tasks, and supporting team operations. As experience grows, the position may include leading a team of mowers; increasing levels of autonomy as experience develops. Works independently and in a team environment. Mows and maintains right of way along established routes Operates large tractors or other mowing equipment with or without attachments; removes debris and litter from areas required to be maintained. Operates a chain saw, weed trimmer and other landscape tools for grass and brush trimming. Performs pre-trip inspections and routine maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment. Follows safety procedures and traffic laws; maintains awareness of surrounding traffic and work environment. Utilizes personal protective equipment. Experienced staff will lead small mower teams and operate a truck and trailer to transport mowing tractors and related equipment between sites. Performs minor maintenance on equipment Performs minor servicing work such as refueling, lubricating, washing and making minor equipment adjustments. Conducts basic preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment, such as sharpening blades, greasing, and cleaning filters. Performs manual work as assigned. Performs road construction and maintenance Assists with other public works construction activities, including work zone flagging and traffic control, ditch maintenance and repair, filling potholes, and basic road repair.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience and Education:

Must be at least 18 years old and possess a High School diploma or equivalent. Per Sedgwick County Policy, this is a driving level position that requires a valid US driver's license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following link. Apply for a Job | Sedgwick County, Kansas