HIGHWAY OPERATOR IV - PAVER

Chippewa County is accepting applications for an Operator IV Paver. The job duties of Operator IV 
include but are not limited to the ability to use a variety of heavy equipment for the construction 
and maintenance of roads and bridges. Winter maintenance activities will be required for this 
position.  

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Class A CDL without 
restrictions E and L required. Minimum of three (3) years experience in heavy equipment operation 
on a routine basis with paver operator experience preferred. Must be able to operate a variety of 
equipment relating to construction and maintenance of roads and bridges. Certifications are 
determined by the County based on the position. Road maintenance experience preferred. N
Tanker Endorsement required within six (6) months from date of hire. MSHA Certification for work 
in mines preferred. Employer-provided certification to be obtained within twelve (12) months of 
hire. Certifications and training for construction asphaltic surfaces to be provided by employer. A 
cell phone is required. Visit www.chippewacountywi.gov to view the full position description and 
other job requirements. 

Starting Wage: $26.31 - $28.60 per hour depending on qualifications plus an excellent fringe 
benefit package. Maximum Wage: $34.32 per hour. 

Benefits: Health Insurance offered through AmeriBen (Anthem BluePreferred Network) is a high
deductible plan ($3,000 - Single and $6,000 - Family)! Includes Near-Site Clinic at ReforMedicine 
with $0 cost office visits, physicals, labs, etc. And physical therapy services at Doctors of Physical 
Therapy with $0 cost for visits! Wisconsin Retirement System pension! Dental, Vision, Life 
Insurance, Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Disability 
Insurance offered. Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) of 7.09 hours earned bi-weekly! For more 
information on Chippewa County’s Benefits visit: 
https://www.chippewacountywi.gov/government/administration/human-resources
division/employee-benefits  

TO APPLY: Applications will only be accepted through the online application process at 
www.chippewacountywi.gov under Career Opportunities.  Applications must be submitted 
electronically by Sunday, September 28th 2025, at 4:30 PM. Application materials received after 
that date and time will not be considered. EOE.

Interviews will be conducted the week of October 6th – October 9th 2025.