Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) : The Indiana Department of Natural Resources protects, enhances, preserves, and wisely uses natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management, and education. DNR Fish & Wildlife enriches the quality of life for present and future generations by balancing the biological, ecological, recreational, and economic benefits of Indiana's fish, wildlife, and habitats.

Role Overview

This position's primary role involves the construction and maintenance of Division of Fish and Wildlife Public Access Sites (ie. boat ramps and fishing areas) across northern Indiana. Winter projects include maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles. Other roles include project assistance on Fish and Wildlife Areas and Hatcheries such as early succession control and water control structure installation. Experience operating heavy equipment and experience with mechanical repair of heavy equipment and vehicles are highly preferred. Work schedule consists of 37.5 hours Monday through Thursday. Opportunity for overtime is possible during emergency situations such as flooding on Fish and Wildlife Areas but is very infrequent.

Salary Statement : The salary for this position traditionally starts at $39,000.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life :

The essential functions of this role are as follows :

• Operate equipment such as backhoes, tractors, mowers, and heavy pumps to dig drainage ditches or dig out ponds, etc.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and prepared for use.
• Ensure operator maintenance such as inspecting, cleaning, and lubricating equipment, preventive maintenance, adjustments, and changing of operating attachments is accomplished.
• Assist in coordinating, scheduling, and delivering equipment, vehicles, and materials for maintenance and construction projects or other approved activities.
• Operate snow removal equipment such as plows and rotary blowers.
• Perform routine duties such as cutting down trees, cleaning paths in the woods, and raking leaves.
• Prepare areas for roads, walks, and parking by ditching, back sloping, level blading, scarifying, using motorized grader, or other equipment as necessary and available.
• Perform site cleaning, excavation, backfilling, and similar work.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success :

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment :

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports :

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana : The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes :

Equal Employment Opportunity : The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.