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The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.\nPerks of the Gunnison Valley\n\"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns\" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte websitehere.\nBenefits\nHousing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent\nMedical, Dental, and Vision coverage\nVacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month\nSick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service\nDependent Care FSA\nFSA and HSA\nEmployer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary\nEmployer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership\nSupplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children\nEmployee Assistance Program\nMandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.\n401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match\nVoluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.\n457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match\nDiscounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships\nJob Summary\nThe Gunnison County Public Works Department is now accepting applications for a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator I. The opening is a 40 hour per week position with full benefits. This position operates a wide variety of light, medium, and limited heavy equipment used in the maintenance and construction of County roads. Also performs manual tasks associated with equipment operations and road maintenance and construction. 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