Motor Grader Operator & Mechanic
Motor Grader Operator
&
Mechanic
The Poweshiek County Secondary Road Department is accepting applications for the job of Motor Grader Operator in the Grinnell area and a Mechanic.
Motor Grader Operator duties will include maintaining and repairing rock and dirt roads, removing snow and ice, operating heavy and specialized equipment, replacing signs and culverts, identifying problem areas, and performing related duties as assigned. The starting wage will be $27.91 per hour. After a successful six (6) month trial period, the hourly rate will increase to $28.75 per union contract.
Mechanic duties will include maintenance of the Secondary Road Department fleet and performing related duties as assigned. The starting wage will be $29.87 per hour. After a successful six (6) month trial period, the hourly rate will increase to $30.37 per union contract
Prospective employees must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with an air brake endorsement or obtain one within six (6) months of employment. Other endorsements may also be required.
After accepting an offer of employment, applicants will be required to have a physical examination verifying their physical ability to perform the duties described. In conjunction with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (parts 391 & 40), this job requires a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer’s drug testing program. Graduation from high school or GED and road construction or maintenance work or the operation of certain types of equipment are required for both positions. Experience in road construction or maintenance work for Motor Grader Operator and experience in mechanic work is required for Mechanic.
A complete job description is available upon request. The application must be returned to the Poweshiek County Engineer’s Office before 12:00 p.m. (Noon), Monday, April 21, 2025. Poweshiek County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Return Application To
Poweshiek County Engineer’s Office 102 South 3rd Street P.O. Box 306 Montezuma, IA. 50171 Phone: 641.623.5435 ldurr@poweshiekcountyiowa.gov
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Department: Secondary Roads
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Posted: 4/2/25
- Expires: 4/21/25
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