Highway Maintenance Worker II

TERMS: Full-Time / Non-Exempt / Full Benefits (for more information on benefits go to: https://www.burleigh.gov/benefits)

SALARY: $28.22 per hour, Grade 5

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM

LOCATION: Burleigh County - Bismarck Shop

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Under supervision of the Highway Maintenance Supervisor, is responsible for performing journeyman level automotive/heavy equipment mechanics and welding.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for general labor duties on Road and Bridge projects including but not limited to asphalt patching, mowing, culvert bed preparation, snow removal, gravel, and paved roadway maintenance, etc.
2. Responsible for preventive maintenance and upkeep of equipment.
3. Responsible for operating power tools, trucks, motor graders, front-end loaders, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment in a safe manner.
4. Act as Team Lead (Straw Boss) on small, temporary crews as assigned by supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Participates with other maintenance personnel to perform general labor duties using hand tools including but not limited to shovels, rakes, posthole diggers, brooms, scrapers, etc.
• Participates in asphalt patching and preparing culvert beds.
• Place traffic control signs and devices, performing flagging duties as required.
• Operate jackhammers, air compressors, mechanical tampers, power saws, hydraulic drivers, and similar equipment.
• Operate side dump, belly dump, and read dump trucks hauling maintenance materials.
• Operate heavy equipment such as motor graders, front end loaders, bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, and trucks of all types.
• Operate asphalt related equipment, rollers, and other equipment associated with road and bridge maintenance.
• Performs related work as required including repair, cleaning, and maintenance of vehicles.
• Conduct snow removal and sanding/traction material applications as needed.
• Perform show and grounds maintenance as required, including mowing, and weed eating.
• Generate detailed daily timecards, material, and work reports.
• Performs other duties as required and assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Observe established safety practices and procedures when working with tools and equipment.
2. Ensure equipment is in good operating condition by adjusting and performing routine maintenance as operating results and conditions require.
3. Create a positive and productive work atmosphere by communicating and maintaining a professional manner with supervisors, employees, and the public.
4. Prepare daily work reports and record equipment maintenance activities.

A complete job description is available from the Burleigh County Human Resources Office.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:The employing agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.