*Now Hiring * TRUCK DRIVER/EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Apprentice

Ritzville WA

Description

Adams County Public Works is seeking a Maintenance Worker I Apprentice Program applicant. Please note: Applicant must submit a completed job application form. Are you looking to earn your Class-A CDL? Adams County Public Works is hiring individuals for its Maintenance Worker I Apprentice Worker Program. The successful applicants will receive classroom/instruction, driving training and proficiency development while employed with Adams County Public Works. Following completion of the training and coursework applicants earn eligibility to sit for a state knowledge and skills exam. Completion of the assessment may result in a State Class ‘A’ CDL for successful candidates. Job Description Duties include maintaining and repairing of county roads and structures while doing repetitive labor activities using hand and power tools. Work requires the operation of trucks, loaders, backhoes, motor graders, sweepers, rollers and similar maintenance equipment, and other specialized equipment while completing tasks. Skills • Maintain county roads and structures • Load, transport, unload and apply road materials • Operate appropriate equipment on roadway to complete tasks • Snow removal • Assist mechanics as needed • Perform preventative maintenance and flagging duties as needed • Install and repair culverts Requirements • Must possess a current Washington State Flagging and Traffic Control Card • Must be able to obtain a Medic First Aid (CPR inclusive) card within the probationary period • Able to work in all types of weather conditions Wages and Benefits • Wage range $18.80-$19.65, increases once CDL is obtained • Cost of living increases • Ten regular paid holidays are offered • Two floating holidays each year • Sick leave and vacation time accrued monthly • Full Medical and Dental benefits • Retirement plan Hours of Work • Forty (40) hours per week • Monday thru Friday November-March; April thru October four 10-hour days How to Apply Applicant must submit a completed job application form; a resume in lieu of filling out the application is not acceptable. Applications and the full job description are available: • 210 W. Alder, Ritzville, WA 99169 • Calling 509-659-3276 and requesting one • Online at and following the link for the position. Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. Deadline for Applying • Open until filled