Public Works Operator

Salary : $69,763.20 - $88,296.00 Annually
Location : Public Works - Watford City
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Road & Bridge
Opening Date: 05/07/2026
Description
The Operator position within McKenzie County Public Works is responsible for operating heavy equipment and/or trucks to maintain the roads, bridges, and right of ways of roads throughout McKenzie County, as well as transport essential materials. The scheduled for Monday - Thursday during the Winter months and Monday-Friday in the summer months. Level and salary commensurate with experience.
Essential Job Functions

• Operate heavy equipment such as dozer, grader, front-end loader, backhoe, mower, excavator, etc. to perform a variety of road maintenance, repair, construction duties, and other assigned tasks relating to roads, bridges, and right of ways.
• Operates a dump truck to deliver materials for road work including dirt, gravel, and asphalt; operate a tractor-trailer to deliver equipment to work sites
• Install and maintain ditches and drainage culverts, guardrails, fences, roadway signs, traffic control devices, and other items and equipment that enhance the safety of County highways and drives.
• Prepare roads for accessibility, which includes preparing shoulder, spraying chemicals, laying gravel, etc.; assists in the building, repair, and re-habilitation of new and substandard roads, including culvert installation, road shaping, etc.
• Perform winter road maintenance and snow removal through plowing, sanding, and other activities to ensure that roads remain passable. Verify, file and maintain all documents
• Other duties as assigned for business needs

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Preferred)
• 1 year experience truck driving OR 3 years' experience operating heavy equipment
• Valid driver's license- Class A CDL required, tanker endorsement preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Must be able to report to Watford City, ND daily at required schedule time
• Physical requirements and working conditions:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medical
Single: 100% paid for employees
Single+Child(ren): $269.28 monthly
Family: $397.80 monthly
Dental
Single: 100% paid for employees
Family: $16.98 monthly
Vision
Single: 100% paid for employees
Family: $4.32 monthly
Vacation Time
0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year
3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year
6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per year
Over 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per year
Sick Time
4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per year
Retirement
Main Plan - County contributes 9.26%, Employee contribute 1%-3% - County will match
Public Safety Plan - Employee contributes 1.5%, County matches 16.54%
*Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Deputies/Corrections)
Flex Accounts
Tax-free dollars set aside each month, up to $3,200.00 annually for medical expenses
$5,000.00 annually may be set aside for day care expenses
Life Insurance
McKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.
Other
Deferred Income - 457B
Similar to a 401k plan; minimum contribution amount is $25.00, max of $22,500.00 per year. Funds cannot be withdrawn until retirement, termination, or an unforeseeable emergency.
Supplemental Insurance
MetLife plans may be purchased for an additional charge.
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