Highway Crew Eligibility List

About the Department

Position Duties

• Roadway and Bridge Maintenance Operates heavy-duty snowplow trucks, loaders, motor graders, and equipment for snow and ice removal on state, county, town roads, and urban streets. Performs bridge and road repair, including grinding, welding, patching, tar application, air hammer concrete removal, and concrete finishing. Conducts asphalt paving operations including use of paving equipment (paver, roller) and manual asphalt work. Construction Equipment Operation Operates dump trucks to haul materials such as gravel, asphalt, stone, and soils. Uses heavy construction equipment such as excavators, backhoes, motor graders, front-end loaders, scrapers, and tractors during roadway construction and grading. Vegetation and Debris Management Clears brush and trees; removes trash, debris, and rocks; cuts grass and weeds; sprays weeds and other vegetation for growth control; and cleans drainage culverts. Traffic Control and Safety Sets up traffic control signage in work zones. Flags traffic in construction and paving zones to ensure crew and public safety. Non-Essential Duties Performs routine yard and facility maintenance. Assists with emergency response tasks as needed. Performs related duties as assigned.
• Operates heavy-duty snowplow trucks, loaders, motor graders, and equipment for snow and ice removal on state, county, town roads, and urban streets.
• Performs bridge and road repair, including grinding, welding, patching, tar application, air hammer concrete removal, and concrete finishing.
• Conducts asphalt paving operations including use of paving equipment (paver, roller) and manual asphalt work.
• Operates dump trucks to haul materials such as gravel, asphalt, stone, and soils.
• Uses heavy construction equipment such as excavators, backhoes, motor graders, front-end loaders, scrapers, and tractors during roadway construction and grading.
• Clears brush and trees; removes trash, debris, and rocks; cuts grass and weeds; sprays weeds and other vegetation for growth control; and cleans drainage culverts.
• Sets up traffic control signage in work zones.
• Flags traffic in construction and paving zones to ensure crew and public safety.
• Performs routine yard and facility maintenance.
• Assists with emergency response tasks as needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent. Additional training in truck driving, welding, or carpentry. At least two (2) years of experience in: Dump truck driving Construction equipment operation Road construction or general labor (including agricultural/farm experience) Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered. Licenses and Certifications Valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsements preferred but not required for hire. If not obtained prior to hire, must be obtained within 6 months (County sponsorship offered upon signing of agreement).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Additional training in truck driving, welding, or carpentry.
• At least two (2) years of experience in: Dump truck driving Construction equipment operation Road construction or general labor (including agricultural/farm experience)
• Dump truck driving
• Construction equipment operation
• Road construction or general labor (including agricultural/farm experience)
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsements preferred but not required for hire. If not obtained prior to hire, must be obtained within 6 months (County sponsorship offered upon signing of agreement).

Other Qualifications

• Working knowledge of highway grading, excavation, paving, and concrete practices. Familiarity with snowplowing techniques using dump trucks and/or motor graders. Ability to operate a wide range of heavy construction and farm equipment. Knowledge of road construction materials (gravel, asphalt, sand, concrete). Ability to plow snow and work extended shifts during snow events (16+ hours). Basic mechanical skills for making field adjustments or minor equipment repairs. Proficiency in welding is a plus. Ability to respond to emergency call-ins promptly. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Physical Demands Ability to lift objects up to 75 lbs., with frequent carrying of 50 lbs. Regular standing, walking, sitting, driving, and equipment operation. Frequent bending, crouching, and walking on uneven terrain; occasional twisting, climbing, and reaching. Ability to use hands and feet for pushing/pulling, fine manipulation, and operating controls. Must tolerate exposure to: Weather extremes (heat, cold, rain, snow) Loud noises and vibrations Dust, fumes, and other environmental hazards
• Working knowledge of highway grading, excavation, paving, and concrete practices.
• Familiarity with snowplowing techniques using dump trucks and/or motor graders.
• Ability to operate a wide range of heavy construction and farm equipment.
• Knowledge of road construction materials (gravel, asphalt, sand, concrete).
• Ability to plow snow and work extended shifts during snow events (16+ hours).
• Basic mechanical skills for making field adjustments or minor equipment repairs.
• Proficiency in welding is a plus.
• Ability to respond to emergency call-ins promptly.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to lift objects up to 75 lbs., with frequent carrying of 50 lbs.
• Regular standing, walking, sitting, driving, and equipment operation.
• Frequent bending, crouching, and walking on uneven terrain; occasional twisting, climbing, and reaching.
• Ability to use hands and feet for pushing/pulling, fine manipulation, and operating controls.
• Must tolerate exposure to: Weather extremes (heat, cold, rain, snow) Loud noises and vibrations Dust, fumes, and other environmental hazards
• Weather extremes (heat, cold, rain, snow)
• Loud noises and vibrations
• Dust, fumes, and other environmental hazards

Benefits

• Brown County offers a substantial benefit package. Here is some information: Eligible Employees: You may enroll in the Brown County benefits if you are an employee classified as a 0.5 FTE (full-time equivalent) working at least 18.75 or 20 hours per week. Health Care: Emplify Health by Bellin Nearsite Healthcare: Those enrolled in the County's health plan can access primary care, urgent care, lab work, physical and occupational therapy services at designated Bellin locations at no cost to the plan member. Bellin Health FastCare: This convenient care clinic offers employees and dependents enrolled in the health plan to seek care at any FastCare location at no cost. Teladoc: Offered at $0 employee cost. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offered through AllOne Health at $0 employee cost. Medical Benefits: Brown County's medical plan is administered by UMR. CVS Caremark administers the prescription drug benefits portion. We have a tiered system for employee contributions. Dental Plan: Brown County offers two dental plans, Delta Dental allows you to choose any dentist while the Care Plus plan requires you to see a Dental Associates dentist. One Pass Select gym program: We offer a subscription-based fitness and well-being program that supports a healthier lifestyle. Vision: We offer a voluntary vision plan through EyeMed Insight Network. Flex Spending: Healthcare FSA is offered as a cost savings tool to help with common medical expenses not covered by your insurance. Student Loan Forgiveness Program Also, working for the County means you can apply for student loan forgiveness after 10 years of employment based on qualifications. Learn more here: https://dpm.wi.gov/Pages/Job_Seekers/StudentLoanForgiveness.aspx We also offer Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life Insurance and Pet Insurance.