Highway Worker

Door County Wisconsin•Sturgeon Bay, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level position supports the County’s maintenance of public roadways through hands-on, field-based work under close supervision. The role introduces employees to the safe operation of construction equipment, routine road maintenance, and essential safety procedures for work done on the transportation infrastructure within the county including field-based work involving highway maintenance, snow and ice control and seasonal operations. Employees in this position are expected to develop foundational skills and demonstrate competency in highway operations over a two-year introductory period, after which advancement to Highway Maintenance Technician may be considered.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B and C or equivalent.
Must obtain MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) Miner Certification within one year of hire.
Able to obtain flagger safety certification within first two years of employment.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds repeatedly and stand or walk for extended periods.
Work includes operating vehicles and equipment, bending, kneeling, crouching, and handling materials in noisy, dusty, or wet environments.
Safe conduct is essential due to proximity to traffic and construction hazards.
Requires safe operation of vehicles and machinery under low visibility or hazardous winter conditions and may include on-call or emergency response availability throughout the year.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to be worn when performing specific tasks or exposed to certain hazards.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class A with N (Tanker) and H (Hazardous Materials) endorsements without E (Automatic Transmission) and L (Airbrake) restrictions.
At least 6 months of hands-on experience in road construction, equipment operation or a related field.
Familiarity with State, County and local roads within Door County.

Responsibilities

Assists in maintaining and repairing State, County and local roadways through patching, brushing, debris removal, and snow/ice control.
Learns to operate dump trucks, construction equipment, and snowplows proficiently and according to safety protocols.
Supports mowing, litter pickup, and right-of-way (ROW) clearing activities to maintain roadway safety.
Aids in flagging operations and setting up traffic control zones using signage and barricades during construction or maintenance work.
Participates in seasonal operations such as snow and ice control during winter months.
Performs basic equipment servicing such as greasing, fluid checks, and minor adjustments with oversight.
Assists in sign installation and maintenance tasks to support traffic safety.
Observes safety practices and participates in required training to develop operational competence.
Completes accurate daily records of work hours, tasks performed, equipment and material used for timekeeping and accountability.
Contributes to routine facility and grounds maintenance and cleaning of shop and tools.
Performs other duties as assigned in support of highway operations and training goals.