HIGHWAY LABORER/PATROL - SLINGER

HIGHWAY LABORER/OPERATOR/PATROLPERSON – SLINGER The Washington County Highway Department, located in West Bend, is recruiting a dedicated full‑time Highway Laborer for our Slinger Shop. The department maintains about 515 lane miles of State Trunk Highway and 390 lane miles of County Trunk Highway. Under the general supervision of the Patrol Superintendent, the Highway Laborer performs skilled and semi‑skilled work involving the maintenance, construction, and repair of highways, roads, bridges, and roadsides. Duties include patrolling highways and roads, removing debris and obstructions, mowing grass and weeds along roadsides, and operating equipment for snow removal and salting under icy conditions. Winter hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM (first shift). High potential for assignment to third shift (Sunday‑Thursday, 10:45 PM to 6:45 AM) during winter season (mid‑October to mid‑April). Straight 8‑hour days with a paid 20‑minute lunch, 5 days a week. Summer hours (mid‑April to mid‑October): Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Off on Fridays. Four 10‑hour days with a paid 20‑minute lunch. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalency. A valid Wisconsin driver’s license with a clear driving record for the past three years. A valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License Class A (manual transmission) with air brake and “N” endorsement, or willingness to obtain it within six months of hire. Two to three years of recent paid work experience in the maintenance and repair of roads, including operation of construction equipment. Ability to perform strenuous and heavy manual duties. Must pass a pre‑employment drug test. Compensation and Benefits Typical starting hourly rate is $28.90 per hour with Class A CDL. Washington County offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short and Long Term Disability; Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts; Wisconsin Retirement System and Wisconsin Deferred Compensation (IRS 457); Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off; a fitness center and tuition reimbursement. Fundamental Duties / Responsibilities Operate equipment for snow removal and salting under icy conditions, including cleanup after storms. Perform concrete and asphalt repairs to roads and bridge decks, paving and shouldering of roads, construction of parking lots and roads, centerline/paint roads. Operate a variety of equipment such as a front‑end loader, salt spreader, dump truck, grader, air hammer, chainsaws, etc. Patrol highways and roads, removing debris and obstructions, inspecting for broken or eroded pavement, broken road markers, guardrails, and snow fences; may be responsible for a specific section of roadway. Mow grass and weeds along roadside, spray weeds, cut bushes and trees, clean culverts along roadsides and rights of way, sweep bridges and intersections. Perform roadside maintenance inspection of equipment and vehicles; inspect supplies of gas, oil, and water. Erect, repair, and paint guardrails, guardposts, markers, and snow fences on a regular basis. Perform general labor work involving repair, maintenance, and construction of highways, bridges, etc. Flag traffic on road maintenance and construction. Operate equipment for snow removal and salting under icy conditions. May be responsible for an assigned truck and routine preventive maintenance of the truck and/or other equipment. Responsible for daily reports and work distribution on labor materials. Maintain accurate and complete records on the operation of machines. Perform other duties as assigned, including responding to an emergency event. Essential Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of the principles, operation, and minor servicing of highway equipment; ability to operate a variety of equipment; ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment while in use; some knowledge of traffic laws and regulations involved in equipment operation; ability to operate trucks and other related highway construction equipment safely and economically; ability to perform work requiring good physical condition and to perform strenuous or heavy manual duties often under adverse conditions; knowledge of occupational hazards and safe work practices; ability to use power and hand tools; knowledge of welding and/or carpentry techniques; working knowledge of construction materials such as concrete, blacktop, gravel/stone, and sand; maintain accurate records and reports; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and interact effectively with co‑workers. Able to fulfill physical demands of job, sensory demands (seeing and hearing), and cognitive demands (concentration, conceptualization, memorization). Physical Demands of the Essential Functions Over 75% of the time, work is performed outside and hazards include fast‑moving vehicles and dust. About 50% of the time, work must be done in extreme cold and dramatic shifts in temperature; noise, vibrations, and mechanical hazards are factors. Working in extreme heat occurs about 25% of the time. Being at heights over 12 feet occurs 10% of the time or less. About 75% of time is spent walking, sitting, bending, reaching, using near and far vision, doing low and medium (up to 40 lbs.) lifting, medium amounts of pushing and pulling, and medium amounts of handling. A lesser amount of time (25%) is spent kneeling, crouching, climbing (using legs, feet, and arms), doing high (50‑80 lbs.) lifting and carrying. In non‑routine situations, it is necessary to do medium and very high (over 100 lbs.) carrying, and low, high and very high levels of pushing and pulling (over 100 lbs.). Training and Experience High School Diploma or GED equivalency. A valid Wisconsin driver’s license with a clear driving record for the past three years. A valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License Class A (manual transmission) with air brake and “N” endorsement, or willingness to obtain it within six months of hire. Two to three years of recent paid work experience in the maintenance and repair of roads, including operation of construction equipment. Ability to perform strenuous and heavy manual duties. Must pass a pre‑employment drug test. Additional Information Washington County is recognized for its commitment to providing quality services to the citizens of our community. Our team members embrace the challenge of meeting goals and expectations, creatively problem‑solving, innovating, and collaborating as a team to meet customer needs and deliver solutions. Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr