State Of Ohio Millersport , OH 43046
Posted 2 months ago
Who we are:
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission "To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all." Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio's people.
ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.
We are accepting applications for a Dredge Operator 3 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Buckeye Lake State Park, assigned to Fairfield county. The address is 2905 Liebs Island Road Millersport OH 43046. To learn more about Buckeye Lake State Park please visit Buckeye Lake State Park.
Please note this is a travel position, and will travel statewide weekly due to park needs. You are also required to have a Commercial Drivers License, Class A.
What you will do…
Operates heavy equipment to maintain dredge material relocation areas (DMRA's) & lake improvement projects
Removes sediment & aquatic vegetation from waterways
Operates dredge-related equipment such as tandem dump truck, pickup truck, semi-tractor & trailer to haul stone & protect shoreline & dikes.
Starting hourly pay of $20.60/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 4 years of service, with an end salary of $23.49/hr.
What's in it for you…
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Employee Development Funds
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth/Adoption leave
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation
We are ready for you!
We're glad you're interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources! Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find!
Qualifications - External
18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in heavy equipment operation & maintenance; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in dredging & related
safety practices & operation of dredge & related equipment; valid commercial driver's license.
Or 6 mos. exp. as Dredge Operator 2, 54422; valid commercial driver's license.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Note: The final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment, per Section 3719.01 & 3719.41 of Ohio Revised Code.
Job Skill: Equipment Operations
18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in heavy equipment operation & maintenance; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in dredging & related safety practices & operation of dredge & related equipment; valid commercial driver's license.
Or 6 mos. exp. as Dredge Operator 2, 54422; valid commercial driver's license.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Note: The final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment, per Section 3719.01 & 3719.41 of Ohio Revised Code.
Job Skill: Equipment Operations
Technical Skills
Watercraft Operation, Natural Resources, CDL, Construction Maintenance
Professional Skills
Active Learning, Adaptability
State Of Ohio