Equipment Operator 2

Heavy Equipment Operator

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Northwest Region is actively seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator. The duty station is in Sedro-Woolley and will work throughout the North Cascades, primarily Whatcom, Skagit, and Snohomish Counties. This position supports the management of the Northwest Region's road network of approximately 1200 miles of forest roads. This position works with the region engineering staff to implement forest road projects. The primary emphasis will be on road maintenance and abandonment, fish culvert and bridge installations, and emergency repairs. All maintenance activities must conform to the Forest Practice rules.

Responsibilities include :

• Creating and maintaining respectful working relationships
• Collaboration
• Maintaining a safe work environment that enforces Agency guidelines as well as L&I and OSHA rules
• Assisting with diagnosing equipment problems
• Assisting with minor maintenance and repairs

Required qualifications include :

Special requirements and conditions of employment include :

Desired qualifications include :

Don't let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov. A note to potential candidates : Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. We value diversity and inclusion in our organization, and we are looking for the best person for the job. Don't hesitate to apply!