What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Equipment Operator - Vegetation Crew position at Ada County Highway District (ACHD)?
Ada County Highway District is now accepting applications for a General Equipment Operator on the
Vegetation Crew in our Maintenance division. This is a full-time, non-exempt position and starting wage
is $22.80 - $26.30 per hour, DOQ.
ACHD offers an excellent benefit package with medical, vision and dental insurance, paid parental leave,
paid vacation and holidays, 401K match and membership in the Public Employee Retirement System of
Idaho (PERSI).
Primary Responsibilities
sanding, and de-icing the roads.
Participant Contract for any and all SLD participants. You will receive a 5% differential in
compensation while performing SLD lead duties. If you are performing GEO duties you are not
eligible for the 5% differential pay.
Qualifications
employment. Must obtain a tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment. Candidates
without a Class A CDL may be considered for a General Equipment Operator CDL Training
Opportunity. Within the first 6 months of employment must attend District provided CDL training
course and complete required training and tests to obtain Idaho Class A CDL with Tanker
endorsement.
An AA/EEO/ADA Employer
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Salary/Compensation: $22.80 - $26.30 per hour
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Vegetation Crew in our Maintenance division. This is a full-time, non-exempt position and starting wage
is $22.80 - $26.30 per hour, DOQ.
ACHD offers an excellent benefit package with medical, vision and dental insurance, paid parental leave,
paid vacation and holidays, 401K match and membership in the Public Employee Retirement System of
Idaho (PERSI).
Primary Responsibilities
- The primary duties of this position are to perform skilled work, manual labor, and operate light- to
sanding, and de-icing the roads.
- This position may perform skilled work as it relates to tree trimming, shoulder mowing, and weed
- This position may work with the Sheriff Labor Detail (SLD) program and provide supervision over an
Participant Contract for any and all SLD participants. You will receive a 5% differential in
compensation while performing SLD lead duties. If you are performing GEO duties you are not
eligible for the 5% differential pay.
- Responding to winter weather conditions and other emergencies is an essential function of this
Qualifications
- Must have a current Idaho Class A CDL license or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of
employment. Must obtain a tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment. Candidates
without a Class A CDL may be considered for a General Equipment Operator CDL Training
Opportunity. Within the first 6 months of employment must attend District provided CDL training
course and complete required training and tests to obtain Idaho Class A CDL with Tanker
endorsement.
- Must have and Idaho Professional Applicators License or the ability to obtain one within 6 months.
- Experience driving/operating dump truck and loader is required as well as experience with
- ISA Certified Arborist preferred.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
- Must be able to pass a background check and finger printing through the Ada County Sheriff’s
- Any combination of education, training, or experience which provides the required knowledge,
An AA/EEO/ADA Employer
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Salary/Compensation: $22.80 - $26.30 per hour
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Salary : $22 - $26
