Dredge Operator 1-(Indian Lake)-20055644

Dredge Operator 1

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) seeks energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role in the position of Dredge Operator 1 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Indian Lake Dredge, assigned to Logan county. The address is 11252 St. Rt. 235 Lakeview, OH 43331.

What you will do

• Operate heavy equipment to maintain dredge material relocation areas & lake improvement projects
• Remove sediment & aquatic vegetation from waterways
• Operate dredge-related equipment such as pickup truck, boats, barges, tractors, & mowers
• Starting hourly pay of $20.85 / hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service, with an end salary of $22.96 / hr. There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after (5) years of state service.

The State of Ohio provides a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website. Our benefits package includes :

Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications : 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in equipment operation & maintenance (e.g., tractor, dump truck); 6 mos. trg or 6 mos. exp. in equipment safety practices. - Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Note : Upon obtaining a valid commercial driver's license & successful completion of probationary period as a Dredge Operator 1 (54421), incumbent will automatically progress to Dredge Operator 2 (54422). Job Skill : Equipment Operations. Technical Skills : Construction Maintenance, Vehicle Operators, Natural Resources. Professional Skills : Growth Mindset, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement.