Motor Grader Operator - Baldwin Shed

This is a full-time position with possible overtime, including before or after hours and on weekends depending on weather, emergency conditions or when road repairs are required.

Job Description

This position will operate a motor grader for construction and maintenance of secondary roads.; grading and shaping road surfaces to required specifications.

This position is based out of the Baldwin shed however the motor grader operator is required to work within all areas of Jackson County in varied weather conditions and will also operate a tandem and/or single axle dump truck on occasion.  This position requires operation of small hand/power tools and equipment as well as the ability to service equipment including greasing, oil and filter changes, and minor mechanical repairs.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and current CDL with air-brake and tractor-trailer certification to be considered for this position.

Jackson County offers a generous benefit package including insurance, paid time off and IPERS Retirement!

Applications accepted through August 28, 2026

Contact:  Jayden Scheckel, County Engineer

563-652-4782, jscheckel@jacksoncounty.iowa.gov

Pre-employment drug, alcohol and physical testing is required

Jackson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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