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Equipment Operator - PUBLIC WORKS

Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office · Wichita, KS · 2 wk ago
Management$17.89/hrFull-time

Sedgwick County Public Works is hiring Equipment Operators at multiple levels. Placement will be based on qualifications and a scored assessment.

About the role

Maintains and operates light to heavy equipment used in the support and operation of County construction projects. Operates various power and hand tools used in the maintenance and repair of county infrastructure. Participates in snow and ice operations, as well as highway mowing. Performs repair of asphalt, gravel, and concrete surfaced roads, and construction, repair, and maintenance of County infrastructure.

Pay

  • Equipment Operator I: $17.89 hourly
  • Equipment Operator II: $19.73 hourly
  • Equipment Operator III: $20.72 hourly

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Benefits

Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

  • Health coverages
  • Paid leave
  • Regular compensation reviews
  • Retirement plans
  • Professional development opportunities

For more detailed information, visit the Sedgwick County benefits page.

Qualifications

Public Works hires at three levels:

Equipment Operator I

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid US Driver’s License without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance
  • Ability to obtain Class B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements within 6 months of hire (training provided by Sedgwick County Public Works)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Class B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements
  • One year of road construction experience

Equipment Operator II

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of experience operating light and medium weight equipment
  • Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B with air brakes and tanker endorsements

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Class A Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements
  • One year of road construction experience

Equipment Operator III

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two years of experience operating medium to heavy equipment
  • Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A with air brakes and tanker endorsements

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two years of road construction experience

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