What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dredge Operator 1 (Lake Loramie) - 20055563 position at Ohio Department of Natural Resources?
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 Lake Loramie State Park, assigned to Shelby County. The address is 4401 Fort Loramie-Swander's Rd, Minster, Ohio 45865. To learn more about Lake Loramie State Park please visit Lake Loramie State Park | Ohio Department of Natural Resources
What You Will Do…
Technical Skills: Equipment Operations, Construction Maintenance, Vehicle Operators
Professional Skills: Growth Mindset, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement.
Agency Contact Name and Information
Lyndon Cornish lyndon.cornish@dnr.ohio.gov or 614-265-6461
Unposting Date
Sep 7, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
DNR Shelby County
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Shelby County-Minster
Compensation
$21.48/Hour
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00am-5:00pm/variable
Classified Indicator
Classified
Technical Skills
Construction Maintenance, Equipment Operations, Vehicle Operators
Agency Overview
Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!
Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!
Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.
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 Lake Loramie State Park, assigned to Shelby County. The address is 4401 Fort Loramie-Swander's Rd, Minster, Ohio 45865. To learn more about Lake Loramie State Park please visit Lake Loramie State Park | Ohio Department of Natural Resources
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 $21.48/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service, with an end salary of $23.65/hr.
- There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services
Technical Skills: Equipment Operations, Construction Maintenance, Vehicle Operators
Professional Skills: Growth Mindset, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement.
Agency Contact Name and Information
Lyndon Cornish lyndon.cornish@dnr.ohio.gov or 614-265-6461
Unposting Date
Sep 7, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
DNR Shelby County
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Shelby County-Minster
Compensation
$21.48/Hour
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00am-5:00pm/variable
Classified Indicator
Classified
Technical Skills
Construction Maintenance, Equipment Operations, Vehicle Operators
Agency Overview
Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!
Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!
Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.
Salary : $21 - $24