Highway Maintenance Operator - Bridge Operations

About the Role

Hennepin County's Transportation Project Delivery – Bridge Division is seeking a permanent, year-round Highway Maintenance Operator to preserve and maintain the county's bridge inventory, ensuring safe and convenient use of the highway system.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine bridge maintenance, annual bridge flushing, retaining wall maintenance, and various bridge repairs.
• Operate equipment for bridge maintenance, preservation, and inspection programs.
• Manage traffic control for work zones, including sign layout, coning, and flagging operations following the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
• Operate snowplows and other ice and snow control equipment.
• Assist the bridge inspection program.

Requirements

• One or more years of experience in road construction/maintenance, operation of commercial vehicles over 26,000 lbs GVW, farm equipment operation/maintenance, or building/heavy construction.
• Valid Class B driver's license with air brake endorsement; must obtain Class A license with additional endorsements within one year.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Completion of a training program in heavy equipment operation and/or highway maintenance (preferred).
• Experience in government public works, team collaboration, or snowplow operation (preferred).
• Knowledge of safe equipment operation and tool use.
• Ability to follow directions, perform heavy labor in all weather, make field repairs, and interact effectively with others.

About the Division

The Bridge Division maintains and designs nearly 150 bridges in Hennepin County and inspects over 200 bridges for various agencies and private interests.

About Hennepin County

Hennepin County, Minnesota's largest county government, serves residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities and create opportunities. Employees enjoy competitive benefits, meaningful work, and a positive workplace culture.

Location: 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340
Hours: Summer – 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 4 days/week; Winter – 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday-Friday
Referral Bonus: Current employees may earn $500 for referring a successful candidate.