Do you want a Heavy Equipment Operator job where you will be home nights, weekends, and holidays?  Do you want to earn up to 21 paid days off your first year of employment, as well as 10 paid holidays each year?  Do you want opportunities for advancement in your career?  Come work for Ellis County! 

Regular attendance is required. The general schedule is Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm and during the summer months the schedule is Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm.

Learn more about this opening and apply on-line at: https://www.ellisco.net/Jobs

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I - Public Works:  Pay grade 13, Step 1 starts at $19.20/hour with an opportunity for a step/pay advancement at 6 months.

Minimum Requirements:  High school diploma or GED required, one year of road and bridge maintenance and heavy equipment operator experience preferred, ability to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with tanker endorsement required.  

Working for Ellis County provides an opportunity to do meaningful work in a stable environment.  Working in local government allows you to impact your community in a BIG way.

• Attractive benefits: Company sponsored health & dental insurance + vision plan offerings, KPERS & KP&F retirement, disability, & survivor benefits, voluntary deferred compensation with 401a employer contribution, 10 paid holidays, longevity bonus & service recognition, and more.
• Work life balance: Various departments = varied shifts to meet your needs, Flexible paid time off (starting at 168 hours accrued your first year), Employee assistance plan.
• Advancement opportunities: Supportive team members + training and development offerings + tuition assistance for approved courses and certifications.

Ellis County, KS is an EOE.  Please apply online at https://www.ellisco.net/Jobs. Paper applications can be delivered or mailed to Ellis County KS Administrative Center, C/O Human Resources, 718 Main Street, Hays, KS 67601.