Emergency-Ready Highway Maintenance Trainee

NYS Department of Transportation; Valhalla (NY); On-site; USD 46,759 - 60,143; Full time

Job summary

A state transportation agency in New York seeks Highway Maintenance Workers for winter operations. Candidates must be able to operate heavy machinery and respond quickly to emergency weather conditions. Positions available include Trainee and Worker roles, with varying qualifications and salary levels. Successful applicants will receive a robust salary with additional geographic pay differentials, and must be able to pass physical examinations and drug tests.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old, pass physical/medical examination and drug test.
• Possess a valid Class D Driver License.
• Experience operating highway construction machinery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manual tasks in various weather conditions.
• Operate plows during winter operations.
• Obtain necessary equipment certifications.

Skills

Ability to respond to emergency callouts

Operate plows

Medium to heavy physical effort

Education

Class D Driver License

Class A or B Commercial Driver License

Tools

Heavy dump truck

Front-end loader

Job description

A state transportation agency in New York seeks Highway Maintenance Workers for winter operations. Candidates must be able to operate heavy machinery and respond quickly to emergency weather conditions. Positions available include Trainee and Worker roles, with varying qualifications and salary levels. Successful applicants will receive a robust salary with additional geographic pay differentials, and must be able to pass physical examinations and drug tests.