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Dredge Operator 2 (Statewide Dredge)-20050046

State of Ohio•Millersport, OH
•Onsite

About The Position

The Dredge Operator 2 works for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Buckeye Lake State Park and assigned to Fairfield County. This is a statewide travel position, with weekly travel to parks based on project needs. The position operates heavy equipment to maintain dredge material relocation areas and lake improvement projects, and removes sediment and aquatic vegetation from waterways. It also operates dredge-related equipment, including tandem dump trucks and pickup trucks. A valid CDL A or B is required. The position is permanent and full-time, with scheduled hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Starting pay is $22.29 per hour, with multiple increases during the first 3.5 years of service to $24.63 per hour; cost-of-living adjustments may also apply. Longevity pay supplements begin after five years of state service. The selected candidate must complete a criminal background check and pre-employment drug testing, including testing under applicable federal regulations.

Requirements

  • At least 12 months of training or experience in heavy equipment operation and maintenance, and at least 6 months of training or experience in equipment safety practices, plus a valid commercial driver's license; or
  • At least 12 months of experience as a Dredge Operator 1 (54421), plus a valid commercial driver's license; or equivalent qualifications.
  • Valid commercial driver's license, CDL A or B.
  • Applicants must document how they meet the minimum qualifications in the application; transcripts are required for coursework, degrees, or educational accomplishments claimed.

Responsibilities

  • Operate heavy equipment to maintain dredge material relocation areas and lake improvement projects.
  • Remove sediment and aquatic vegetation from waterways.
  • Operate dredge-related equipment, including tandem dump trucks and pickup trucks.
  • Travel weekly to parks around the state, depending on project needs.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage.
  • Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
  • Paid vacation, personal and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
  • Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
  • Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
  • Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation.

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