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HEAVY CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT OPERATOR-COOK COUNTY

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $86,280.00 - $107,892.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
On-call
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Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental Insurance
Paid parental leave
flexible schedule
Flextime
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
Pension Plan
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Vision Insurance
Parental leave

Job Description

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is a pivotal government agency dedicated to developing and maintaining a safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation system throughout the state of Illinois. IDOT's mission encompasses the planning, construction, and maintenance of roads, bridges, and other transportation infrastructure, ensuring connectivity, safety, and economic growth. Known for its commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, IDOT operates with a spirit of inclusivity, embracing diversity and ethical standards while collaborating with various stakeholders to address the evolving transportation needs of Illinois residents and visitors.

IDOT provides an enriching work environment with comprehensive training programs and ample opportuniti... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Successful completion of background investigation
  • possession of Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements including air brakes
  • ability to report to headquarters within 45 minutes in emergency situations
  • ability to perform arduous labor
  • ability to lift 50 pounds
  • ability to work from ladders and scaffolding
  • successful completion of pre-employment physical and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings

Job Qualifications

  • Completion of eighth grade or equivalent
  • two years experience operating highway construction equipment
  • one year driving experience immediately preceding appointment free from incidents that could result in license suspension or revocation
  • ability to understand and carry out oral or written instructions
  • ability to maintain productive working relationships

Job Duties

  • Operate CDL Class A licensed vehicles including maintenance trucks, pavement marking equipment, tractors, mowing machines, snowplows, salt spreaders, and heavy road graders
  • operate sweepers, backhoes, loaders, vactors, gradalls, stripers and other heavy motorized equipment
  • perform labor related to the maintenance of roadside and rights-of-way
  • operate and perform daily maintenance on dump trucks
  • operate snowplows during snow and ice conditions
  • operate and maintain other heavy equipment such as low boys, cranes, augers, large tractor trailers, bulldozers, power shovels, concrete spreaders, paving mixers
  • perform other duties as required within the scope of job description

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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