Highway Worker

Door County Wisconsin•Sturgeon Bay, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level, field-based position supports the County’s maintenance of public roadways under close supervision. The role introduces employees to safe construction-equipment operation, routine road maintenance, and safety procedures for work on county transportation infrastructure, including highway maintenance, snow and ice control, and seasonal operations. Employees are expected to develop foundational skills and demonstrate competency in highway operations during a two-year introductory period. Advancement to Highway Maintenance Technician may be considered after that period, subject to meeting required core competencies and benchmarks. The anticipated schedule is 6 AM–4 PM, Monday through Thursday, during the construction season, and 7 AM–3 PM, Monday through Friday, during the winter season. Additional and on-call hours may be determined by the Department. The position involves outdoor physical labor in varying weather, operation of vehicles and equipment, and work near traffic and construction hazards. On-call or emergency-response availability may be required throughout the year. Personal protective equipment is required for tasks or exposures that call for it. Employees may also be required to work during a proclaimed state of emergency, consistent with Wisconsin law and County emergency plans.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B and C, or equivalent.
Obtain Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Miner Certification within one year of hire.
Ability to obtain flagger safety certification within the first two years of employment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds repeatedly and stand or walk for extended periods.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and perform tasks involving bending, kneeling, crouching, and handling materials in noisy, dusty, or wet environments.
Ability to safely operate vehicles and machinery near traffic and construction hazards, including under low-visibility or hazardous winter conditions.
Ability to maintain punctual attendance and complete required documentation accurately.
Willingness to learn, follow instructions, apply feedback, collaborate with crew members and supervisors, and communicate work progress or safety concerns clearly and promptly.
Wear required personal protective equipment when performing specific tasks or exposed to certain hazards.
May be required to work during a proclaimed state of emergency in accordance with applicable law and County emergency plans.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class A with N (Tanker) and H (Hazardous Materials) endorsements, without E (Automatic Transmission) and L (Airbrake) restrictions.
At least six 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

Assist with maintaining and repairing State, County, and local roadways through patching, brushing, debris removal, and snow and ice control.
Learn to operate dump trucks, construction equipment, and snowplows safely and proficiently.
Support mowing, litter pickup, and right-of-way clearing to maintain roadway safety.
Assist with flagging operations and set up traffic-control zones using signage and barricades during construction or maintenance work.
Participate in seasonal operations, including winter snow and ice control.
Perform basic equipment servicing, such as greasing, fluid checks, and minor adjustments, under oversight.
Assist with sign installation and maintenance to support traffic safety.
Follow safety practices and participate in required training to develop operational competence.
Complete accurate daily records of work hours, tasks, equipment, and materials used.
Contribute to routine facility and grounds maintenance and cleaning of the shop and tools.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of highway operations and training goals.
Develop competencies in general road and right-of-way maintenance; truck and equipment operations; snow and ice control; traffic control; facility and grounds maintenance; safety and compliance; and documentation and data entry.