Heavy Equipment Operator- Project Position: Re-Posting

Introduction The State of Wisconsin, Department of Military Affairs (DMA) is hiring two Heavy Equipment Operators positions. These positions are located at Truax Air Base in Madison. If you have already applied for these positions in the past six months, you do not need to apply again. These positions are full-time and typically work daytime hours. The exact schedules will be determined with the finalists upon job offers. These are project positions and they do not lead to permanent employment. The positions have an anticipated duration through to July 1, 2025, however it could be extended for up to 4 years. Candidates chosen for a project position may be considered for permanent positions in the near future if any permanent positions become available. Project employees seeking permanent positions would be required to apply through the standard application process. Employees in project positions of less than 1 year in duration are not eligible for the State of Wisconsin health insurance coverage, and are not eligible to participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System. However, employees in project positions of less than 1 year are eligible for the following benefits: Paid time off (holiday, personal, sick leave, etc.) Workers Compensation Unemployment benefits Parking/Transit Flexible Spending Accounts This project position is currently funded through July 1, 2025. Extension of this project position past that date is dependent on funding. Additionally, this position may become permanent at a later date. The DMA provides essential, effective, and responsive military and emergency management capability for the citizens of our state and nation. During emergencies, no single organization can handle the response. The DMA consists of several organizations working together to plan, prepare, coordinate, and respond effectively when our communities and neighbors need us the most. We offer an opportunity to engage with a team of dedicated professionals, with a truly worthwhile mission. Our convenient location is near Madison College and adjacent to the Dane County Regional Airport with access to major highways. Our facility includes a fantastic fitness center, indoor pickleball court, and free on-site parking. The DMA offers great life/work balance, meaningful and rewarding work, and a casual work atmosphere. Position Summary Heavy Equipment Operators at Truax Field work under general supervision of the Building and Grounds Supervisor using specialized heavy equipment to maintain and repair concrete and asphalt on all aircraft pavements, roads, parking lots and sidewalks. Equipment includes skid steers (with multiple attachments), front end loaders, backhoes, rollers, Oshkosh runway brooms, and dump trucks to perform duties including but not limited to trenching, grading, runway cleaning, pavement repair, snow removal, etc. In addition, these positions may complete construction projects performing base improvements using equipment for trenching/excavating/backfilling for underground utilities such as water lines, sewer lines, electrical, fiber optic cable, and phone/communication lines. Salary Information Starting pay is $25.22/ hr. This position is in the 06-14 pay schedule/range. For current permanent state employees, pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan. The Department of Military Affairs does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9. To learn more about the complete compensation package, please visit the Total Rewards Calculator . Job Details Must possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment. Required to possess or be able to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) as a condition of continued employment. Must be able to obtain and maintain a military driver's license as a condition of continued employment. You will be trained on specific vehicles and will receive assistance to obtain the licensure if you do not already possess. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. In order to gain access to the military facilities and to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled, DMA will conduct a comprehensive background check. In addition, the position requires a Common Access Card (CAC). A CAC requires successful completion of a Department of Defense investigation and an additional more in-depth federal background check, for gaining access to federal computer systems, restricted locations, or classified information. Qualifications Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will have the following: Experience with using multiple pieces of heavy equipment or farm equipment. Heavy Equipment Operator license or certification from a technical college or trade school. In addition to the minimum qualifications, well-qualified candidates will also have the following preferred qualifications: Experience operating the following pieces of equipment: Crane, Grader, Dozer, Skid Steer, Backhoe, Excavator, End Loader, Dump Truck, Rubber Tire Roller, Water Distributor, Truck Semi (Drop deck trailer, Tilt bed trailer, Flatbed trailer), Runway snow sweeper. Experience with construction, maintenance and/or repair projects using best practices for following established grades and elevations. Your resume and letter of qualification are very important parts of your application. In these materials, you should clearly describe your education, training, and experience as they relate to the bulleted items listed above . Your qualifications should be addressed in your resume and expanded upon in your letter of qualifications. These materials are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Here are instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages; the same applies to the letter of qualification. How To Apply Apply online! Click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. If you have not signed into your account, you will need to sign in before applying. If you do not have an account, click "Register Now" to register for an account and apply for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. You will be able to save your application as many times as needed and make edits up until the point you submit your application. Please note that once you submit your application, you will not be able to make any updates to the application or any materials submitted. You will be required to attach your current resume and letter of qualifications in a Word or PDF compatible format For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here . Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the online application process by the stated deadline. Applications must be submitted through Wisc.Jobs. Failure to submit all required materials will result in an incomplete application and ineligibility for this position. Application materials will not be accepted if received in an incompatible format, an email, as a hard copy or a fax. Questions regarding the recruitment process can be directed to Rebecca Rupnow at or . If you have technical difficulties, Wisc.Jobs helpdesk is available Monday-Friday, 7:45am - 4:30pm at or . Some applicants report better performance when using the Chrome browser. The Department of Military Affairs is an equal opportunity employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For complete information on veterans' hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment Assistance page on the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs' website. If viewing through an external site, please click here to apply . Deadline to Apply The first review will be completed on applications received by 11:59 pm on October 15, 2024. Applications will be accepted after that date until the needs of the department have been met. If you have already applied for this position in the past six months, you do not need to apply again.

Created: 2024-10-22