Equipment Operator II

Job Description

Job Description

Grand Forks County Highway Department is seeking qualified candidates for two (2) Equipment Operator II positions . One position is based in Grand Forks , and the other is in Niagara , North Dakota.

These positions offer an excellent opportunity to join our team in maintaining and improving the county’s road infrastructure. Duties include operating and maintaining heavy equipment used in road construction and maintenance, snow removal, and related activities.

Please review the full position description for an Equipment Operator II. Interested applicants should indicate their preferred location in their application.

Targeted Hire Date : On or around November 17, 2025

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS : High School diploma or GED required. Vocational training preferred. 1-2 years as a large equipment operator or any combination of education or experience. Must maintain a valid commercial driver's license.

STATUS AND HOURS : Full-time, benefit eligible. Based on a 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday. Due to the nature of this position, there might be a variation to work hours and days to support the department and County needs. This position is not eligible for remote work opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY : A complete application packet (application, resume, cover letter) must be received by October 20, 2025, for full consideration. Please click here to complete the application : Grand Forks County Employment Application. Applications may also be obtained from : 151 South 4th Street, 5th Floor Grand Forks, ND 58201. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must submit form DD214 with their application. The top 5-10 candidates will be granted an interview. Interviews will be held after the closing date.

Interview process is scheduled to start after the position is closed.

COUNTY EMPLOYMENT PERKS : While employed at Grand Forks County you will receive a generous number of paid holidays, paid time off, benefits, and retirement. Did you know that Grand Forks County participates in NDPERS Retirement - 16.26% and employees only contribute 2% and the County contributes the rest. For employees hired on or after January 1,2025, you will be enrolled in the Deferred Compensation 2025 plan (DC25) at the rate of 9.26% of your gross salary paid by the County with an option for an additional 3% employee contribution and County match.

To learn about the benefits offered, please review the 2025 Benefits Summary.

SELECTION PROCESS : Prospective employees may undergo a thorough background investigation and may include a drug / alcohol screening.

Each applicant’s education, training, and experience will be rated based on the required application materials submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded for further consideration.

Reasonable Accommodations : In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department Office, in writing, at the time of application.

The County of Grand Forks will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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