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LINCOLN COUNTY Highway Worker in MERRILL, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: The Highway Worker plays a crucial role in the maintenance and construction of roadways, ensuring safe and efficient travel for the public. This position involves operating various heavy equipment and performing physical labor on job sites. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work as part of a team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The Highway Worker position is to perform a variety of skilled and unskilled labor and equipment operations in the construction and maintenance of highways, bridges, equipment, and county facilities. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Operates a variety of light road maintenance and construction equipment and tools to perform road surface and shoulder maintenance such as paving, shouldering, grading, sweeping, sealcoating, patching, snow removal and drift control, and de-icing applications. Performs shoulder to right-of-way maintenance such as removing debris and hazards, cutting brush and trees, mowing roadsides, and vegetative management. Inspects, installs, replaces and maintains culverts and drainage. Maintains, repairs and replaces roadside structures such as guardrails, road markings, bridge decks, snow and security fences, and signs. Performs routine, preventative maintenance and cleaning of vehicles and equipment. Monitors equipment operating condition, identifies concerns and reports issues to Superintendents. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school graduate with knowledge or experience in highway construction and maintenance. One to two years related experience, preferred. Commercial Driver\'s License with air brakes, combination and tanker endorsements required. Must have a valid Wisconsin Driver\'s license, proof of insurance that satisfies Lincoln County requirements and a good driving record. Ability to drive is a requirement of the position. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.co.lincoln.wi.us/administration/job-opening/highway-worker-2