Job Details

Ditch Mower

Division: Engineer
Contact Name: Kim Christian
Contact Email: [email protected]
Contact Phone: 740-670-5299
Contact Fax: 740-670-5304
Date Posted: 8/17/2026
Position Location: 20 South Second Street, 3rd Floor, Newark, Ohio 43055
Position Description:

Duties:

Ability to safely operate a 120-horsepower tractor equipped with a side-boom mower.

Ability to frequently mount and dismount equipment to pick up or remove debris and other materials along ditch berms and within ditches.

Ability to recognize, assess, and avoid hazardous situations.

Performs routine daily equipment fueling, lubrication, inspections, and basic maintenance.

Ability to review, prioritize, and complete the daily work assignment throughout the workday.

Reports significant events, problems, equipment issues, and maintenance needs to the immediate supervisor in a timely manner.

Assists other crew members with various work assignments and performs other duties as assigned.

Operates equipment safely and consistently follows all applicable safety rules, policies, and procedures.

Program: Highway Department
Brief Description:

Ability to safely operate a 120-horsepower tractor equipped with a side-boom mower.

Job Prerequisites:

Minimum Qualifications:
One to three years of experience performing semi-skilled labor, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of this position. Experience operating a tractor equipped with a side-boom mower is preferred but not required.

Additional Qualifications (Agency/Dept. Qualifications):
18 years of age and must have a Valid Ohio Driver’s License. Safe driving record.

Application Procedure:

Submit completed application, resume and cover letter to Licking County Engineer’s Office Attn: Kim Christian, 20 South Second Street, 3rd Floor, Newark, Ohio 43055. Applications can be obtained in the Licking County Engineer’s Office between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily or printed from the website at https://www.lcounty.com/depts/human.

Compensation:

Salary: $28.00 per hour

About UFA:

Licking County Engineer’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full Time
Pay Type: Hourly