CDL Highway Maintenance Pro — Outdoor, On-Call Impact

State of Colorado; Colorado; On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDOT benefits package

4‑day summer schedule (May–Sept)

Job summary

Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) seeks a Highway Maintenance Specialist in Coal Creek, CO. This role focuses on snow plowing, operating heavy equipment, and maintaining road safety in varying weather and terrain.

It offers strong safety expectations and opportunities for overtime during emergencies. The position provides comprehensive benefits, a 4-day summer schedule, and potential for career advancement within CDOT.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid CDL Class A or B with no air brake restriction.
• Two years of physical labor and/or heavy equipment operation experience.
• Desire to learn and work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate safely in critical situations.

Responsibilities

• Plowing snow.
• Operating heavy equipment (tandem dump truck, loader, tractor mower).
• Mowing grass and weeds.
• Removing debris from roadways and culverts.
• Installing and repairing guardrail, signs, and lighting.
• Filling potholes and roadway cracks.
• Setting out traffic control and cones.
• Maintaining equipment and performing minor repairs.
• Wearing proper safety equipment and following safety guidance.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Physical labor

Safety minded

Teamwork

Safety communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Willingness tolearn

Job description

Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) seeks a Highway Maintenance Specialist in Coal Creek, CO. This role focuses on snow plowing, operating heavy equipment, and maintaining road safety in varying weather and terrain.

It offers strong safety expectations and opportunities for overtime during emergencies. The position provides comprehensive benefits, a 4-day summer schedule, and potential for career advancement within CDOT.