What we need:
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Dredge Operator 1 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Statewide Dredge, assigned to Fairfield county. The address is 2905 Liebs Island Rd Millersport, OH 43046. To learn more about the Division of Parks & Watercraft please visit Ohio State Parks & Watercraft.
Please note this is a travel position, and will travel statewide weekly due to park needs.
What you will do
- Operate heavy equipment to maintain dredge material relocation areas & lake improvement projects
- Remove sediment & aquatic vegetation from waterways
- Operate dredge-related equipment such as pickup truck, boats, barges, tractors, & mowers
- Starting hourly pay of $20.85/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service, with an end salary of $22.96/hr.
6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in equipment operation & maintenance (e.g., tractor, dump truck); 6 mos. trg or 6 mos. exp. in equipment safety practices. - Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Note: Upon obtaining a valid commercial driver's license & successful completion of probationary period as a Dredge Operator 1 (54421), incumbent will automatically progress to Dredge Operator 2 (54422).
Job Skill: Equipment Operations
Technical Skills: Construction Maintenance, Vehicle Operators
Professional Skills: Growth Mindset, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement