Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Do you enjoy running heavy equipment, working outdoors, and seeing the results of your work at the end of the day?

The City of Wausau is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to help build, maintain, and improve the streets, utilities, and public infrastructure our community depends on every day. From road construction and excavation to snow removal and emergency response, you'll operate a variety of heavy construction equipment while working alongside an experienced Public Works team that takes pride in quality workmanship, safety, and serving the community.

If you're looking for a career where your skills make a visible impact and every day brings something different, we'd love to have you on our team.

This full-time, year-round position starts at $24.44 per hour or higher depending on qualifications. The regular schedule is Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package, Wisconsin Retirement System participation, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and opportunities for continued training and professional development.

Join a team that takes pride in maintaining the streets, infrastructure, and public spaces that make Wausau a great place to live and work.

As an Equipment Operator, you'll play a key role in maintaining and improving Wausau's public infrastructure. Typical responsibilities include:

• Safely operating a variety of heavy construction equipment used in roadway, utility, and infrastructure maintenance projects.
• Performing grading, excavation, paving, drainage, snow and ice control, and other Public Works operations.
• Inspecting and performing routine servicing and minor maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Evaluating job site conditions and selecting appropriate equipment and work methods to complete work safely and efficiently.
• Supporting construction and maintenance projects through equipment operation and manual labor as needed.
• Responding to severe weather, emergencies, and other situations requiring Public Works assistance.
• Working collaboratively with an experienced team committed to safety, quality workmanship, and exceptional public service.

We're looking for individuals who take pride in their work and are committed to safety, teamwork, and quality.

To be considered, applicants must have:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) or more years of experience in roadway maintenance, construction, excavation, utility work, heavy equipment operation, or a related field.
• A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with N endorsement.

Preferred Qualifications Experience operating heavy construction equipment such as:

• Motor graders
• Excavators/backhoes
• Front-end loaders
• Skid steers
• Dump trucks
• Similar heavy construction equipment

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may also be considered.

IMPORTANT! All applications must completely filled out and have a Resume attached in the "Attachments" section of the application. Applications that are not complete and do not have the required attachment will not be considered.

When completing References section, include 3 professional references with current and valid email addresses. References will not be contacted unless a candidate becomes a finalist for consideration or a conditional offer of employment is extended and accepted.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: The City of Wausau will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Human Resources Department or phone  to request special accommodations prior to the Final date to receive applications.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record:
Each applicant's application, records, recommendations and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the City not provide access to this information.

If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Human Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law.

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The City of Wausau is an Equal Opportunity Employer.