Highway Maintenance Coordinator - Finland
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Job overview
Lake County is hiring a Highway Maintenance Coordinator - Finland. The Highway Maintenance Coordinator oversees the assignment and execution of maintenance and repair activities for County highways, bridges, and properties in Finland, MN, ensuring equipment is operated safely, teams are led effectively, and standard operating procedures are followed.
Key focus areas include Assign work activities relating to the maintenance and repair of County highways, bridges, and other properties., Perform maintenance work of highway maintenance worker as needed., and Lead work activities of highway maintenance workers..
Important skills include Graders, Loaders, Dozers, Excavators, Tandem-Axle Dump Trucks, and Plow Trucks.
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Job Duties
Salary:
$28.28-$38.18 hourly
Closing Date:
This position is open until filled; initial review on August 26, 2026.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or G.E.D.; 3 years equipment operation experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license. Applicants must demonstrate advanced experience operating graders, loaders, dozers, excavators, tandem-axle dump and plow trucks, and safely mobilizing heavy equipment; proficiency troubleshooting heavy equipment; team leadership skills; effective interpersonal communication skills; and ability to execute standard operating procedures.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for assigning work activities relating to the maintenance and repair of County highways, bridges, and other properties. Responsibilities may include performing maintenance work of highway maintenance worker as needed; leading work activities of highway maintenance workers; and maintaining County highways and other properties in accordance with County standards.
Work Test Period:
Appointee to the position must successfully complete probationary period per contract.
Background Check:
Applicants selected for appointment must pass a criminal background check.
Drug Testing:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.
Physical-Medical Standards:
Applicants must meet essential physical requirements of the position.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
All new employees must complete and sign employment eligibility verification form on the first day of employment. Documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility must be submitted within three days of the first day of employment.
Application Information:
Application and Classification Specification may be obtained by contacting Lake County Human Resources Department, 616 Third Avenue, Two Harbors, MN, 55616; or website: www.lakecountymn.gov; or phone:(218) 834-8323.
Accommodation:
Applicants who wish to request accommodation to application process should contact Lake County Human Resources at (218) 834-8323.
Non-Discrimination:
Lake County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including pregnancy), age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, genetic information, or any other protected classification.
Minimum Education Required
High school diploma or G.E.D.; 3 years equipment operation experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license. Applicants must demonstrate advanced experience operating graders, loaders, dozers, excavators, tandem-axle dump and plow trucks, and safely mobilizing heavy equipment; proficiency troubleshooting heavy equipment; team leadership skills; effective interpersonal communication skills; and ability to execute standard operating procedures.
Minimum Experience Required
High school diploma or G.E.D.; 3 years equipment operation experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license. Applicants must demonstrate advanced experience operating graders, loaders, dozers, excavators, tandem-axle dump and plow trucks, and safely mobilizing heavy equipment; proficiency troubleshooting heavy equipment; team leadership skills; effective interpersonal communication skills; and ability to execute standard operating procedures.
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
No
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Yes
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$28.28 - $38.18 / Hourly
Postal Code
55603
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
54607
Job Benefits
Please see benefits summary at: https://lakecountymn.gov/highway-maintenance-coordinator-finland/
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