Equipment Operator

JOB OPENING FOR AN Equipment Operator AT THE Washington County Road Department

Full time with Benefits/40 hours per week

Starting wage $24.93 to $28.34 Depending on Experience

Performs beginning level to journey level skilled tasks in the operation and maintenance of light to heavy duty trucks and equipment as needed to construct, maintain, or repair County roads and service systems.

AND

• Two (2) years of experience in operation and maintenance of medium and heavy sized equipment;

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Working knowledge of various light to heavy equipment; hazards and safety precautions related to construction and equipment operation; traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations; construction methods and procedures typical to County service systems; equipment parts and preventive maintenance for the same. Ability to operate simple to complex heavy‑duty equipment; operate heavy equipment in various conditions; perform minor equipment maintenance and repair.

• Must possess a valid Utah Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must be able to pass ICC physical and maintain medical certificate.
• Must be flagger certified or be able to attain certification when required.
• Must be able to comply with applicable county and departmental policies and safety standards.
• Must obtain a non-commercial applicator's license for weed control, within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Must possess or be able to acquire a MSHA certification.

Only applications submitted online by January 30, 2026 will be accepted.

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Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer