Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Hiring range: $57,324 to $77,376 ($27.56 to $37.20 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 08/03/2026 in order to be considered.

At the Anoka County Highway Department, it is our vision to enhance and protect life by providing safe roads and eliminating traffic congestion. As an Equipment Operator, you'll play a key role in supporting that mission by helping to maintain safe and reliable roadways year-round.

In this position, you will operate motorized and heavy equipment to support a wide range of road maintenance, construction, and snow and ice control activities. Responsibilities include reporting preventative maintenance on trucks and equipment, plowing and sanding, snow removal, setting up traffic control, flagging either manually or with auto-flaggers, patching and crack filling, tree trimming and removal, paving, patching, catch basin repair, shouldering, and performing ditch and sidewalk maintenance.

If you enjoy hands-on work that makes a real impact in the community, this could be the role for you.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of August 10th, 2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Pay & Benefits

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 30 – 49ers: $57,324 to $77,376 ($27.56 to $37.20 per hour).
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more.
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at the Anoka County Highway building located at 1440 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Andover MN 55304.

Job Duties and Responsibilities These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Equipment Operator.

• Conduct year-round and seasonal road maintenance and repairs including plowing and sanding, snow removal, patching, tree trimming and removal, paving, patching, shouldering, sidewalk maintenance and repair and ditch cleaning, ensuring culverts, catch basins, cross pipes and storm sewers are clean and maintained and in operating condition to ensure the safety of the roadways.
• Responsible for keeping the road and right-of-way free and clear of any hazards, including but not limited to roadkill, crash debris, and other items on the County Road system.
• Perform and ensure all safety standards and procedures are followed during digging, inspection, maintenance, traffic interruption, and overall operations to guarantee the safety of all employees and the public.
• Analyze, anticipate, and prepare for weather conditions, traffic conditions and patterns, limited visibility, and control to determine the effectiveness of operations.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance, cleaning, and daily inspections, such as salt removal, greasing fittings, and repairing hydraulic hoses and connections on assigned equipment prior to usage in conjunction with another operator.
• Provide traffic control services, including the operation and use of changeable message boards.
• Respond to weather emergencies and changing conditions for tree removal, plowing, and sanding.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Two years of full-time (2,080 annual hours) paid job-related experience in the operation of highway construction and/or maintenance…