Equipment Operator​/Maintenance Technician

Details for Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician

Aug 19, 2026

HELP WANTED

Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician

The Clearwater Highway District is seeking a dependable, hardworking Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in their work, works safely and efficiently, and is willing to perform a variety of tasks as needed.

Starting Pay: $28.00–$34.00 per hour, DOE

• Operate heavy equipment, including graders, dump trucks, front‑end loaders, backhoes, bulldozers, pickups, and other District equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and servicing of District vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
• Inspect equipment and identify maintenance or repair needs.
• Perform welding and fabrication work as needed.
• Perform carpentry, shop maintenance, cleaning, and general manual labor.
• Assist with highway and roadway maintenance activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor/Foreman.

• Experience operating heavy equipment is preferred.
• Mechanical, welding, carpentry, or general maintenance experience is preferred.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and work outdoors in varying weather conditions; some evening and/or weekends required depending on weather.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain heavy equipment, vehicles, and tools.
• Dependable, safety‑minded, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug test.
• Must have a 30‑minute response time to Weippe Shop.

The Clearwater Highway District offers a competitive benefits package, including:

Clearwater Highway District is an equal opportunity employer.