HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR JACKSON COUNTY Jackson County Highway Department has a FT opening for a Heavy Equipment Operator. Minimum requirements for this position include: . Graduation from high school or GED .Required to have passed the Class A CDL written exam; must pass the CDL driving test within the 6 month probationary period .Ability to operate a variety of machines and equipment necessary to perform this position, such as tandem trucks, motor grader, mower tractors, back hoe, dozer, excavator, skid loaders with attachments, pay loaders, shouldering machine, seeding machine, steel roller for patching, distributor, and sprayers; .Ability to safely operate mower, chainsaws, tractors, power tools hand tools, and light power equipment; .Ability to operate using electronic controls; .Working knowledge of survey techniques and the ability to read ditch maps Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs; . Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and .Ability to communicate effectively and the ability to courteously serve the public; This position is classified Grade 10 in the county compensation plan with a starting wage of $ 18.13 per hour or DOQ. Includes a competitiv benefits package, including PERA pension. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per weelk. An application and a full job description can be obtained on the county website at www.co.jackson.mn.us, from the Jackson County Coordinator's Office, Courthouse, 405 Fourth Street, Jackson, MN 56143; or by calling 507-847-4182. Resumes will be accepted, and are encouraged, but must be accompanied by a completed application Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted Applications must be delivered or postmarked by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 25, 2018 to the Jackson County Coordinator's Office In order to ensure the safety of citizens, employees and property, Jackson County has adopted a drug and alcohol testing policy which applies to all candidates being considered for employment with Jackson County. (Ref. Policy 501). A Drug and Alcohol test must be completed within 24 hours of all contingent verbal offers of employment, unless alternate scheduling arrangements are approved by the County Coordinator JACKSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER