Job Description

General Equipment Operator - Vegetation Crew

Ada County Highway District is now accepting applications for a General Equipment Operator on the Vegetation Crew. This is a full-time, non-exempt position and starting wage is $21.30 - $24.50 per hour/ DOQ. This position is eligible for a sign on bonus. ACHD offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid maternity/paternity leave, paid vacation and holidays and membership in the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI).

Primary Responsibilities: \xe2\x80\xa2 The primary duties of this position are to perform skilled work, manual labor, and operate light- to heavy-duty maintenance equipment including winter maintenance equipment for plowing, sanding, and de-icing the roads. \xe2\x80\xa2 This position may perform skilled work as it relates to tree trimming, shoulder mowing, and weed spraying activities. \xe2\x80\xa2 This position may work with the Sheriff Labor Detail (SLD) program and provide minimal supervision over an inmate crew. Will be required to enforce the rules outlined in the Ada County Sheriff Labor Detail Participant Contract for any and all SLD participants. You will receive a 5% differential in compensation while performing SLD lead duties. If you are performing GEO duties you are not eligible for the 5% differential pay. \xe2\x80\xa2 Responding to winter weather conditions and other emergencies is an essential function of this position and may require working outside of normal work hours.

Qualifications: \xe2\x80\xa2 Must have a current Idaho Class A CDL license or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment. If license is from another state, must be able to obtain an Idaho CDL by start of employment. Must obtain a tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment. Candidates without a Class A CDL may be considered for a General Equipment Operator CDL Training Opportunity. Within the first 6 months of employment must attend District provided CDL training course and complete required training and tests to obtain Idaho Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement. \xe2\x80\xa2 Experience driving/operating dump truck and loader is required as well as experience with trimming trees and knowledge of tree species is a plus. \xe2\x80\xa2 Must be able to lift 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. \xe2\x80\xa2 Must be able to pass a background check and finger printing through the Ada County Sheriff s Office to work on the Vegetation Crew. \xe2\x80\xa2 Any combination of education, training, or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities, may be acceptable.

An AA/EEO/ADA Employer Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations

Ada County Highway District