Entry-Level Highway Maintenance Technician

Calvert County Government; Maryland; On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Annual leave

Personal leave

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Calvert County Government is seeking a Highway Equipment Operator I to perform a broad range of road maintenance tasks across county infrastructure. The role involves mowing, drainage work, patching, sign maintenance, and operating a variety of maintenance tools under supervision.

Required to have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license, with CDL Class B to be obtained within six months. OSHA 10 and safety certifications are required or pursued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of road/highway maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL Class B within 6 months may be required.
• OSHA 10, Trench Safety, Confined Space Entry, and Maryland Flagger certifications required or to be obtained.
• Ability to operate a range of maintenance tools and equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Maintains roadsides through mowing, herbicides, brush clearing, and debris removal.
• Patches potholes and reconditions shoulders and ditches.
• Excavates ditches, lays pipes, and maintains storm drains.
• Fabricates, installs, and maintains roadway signs and inventories records.
• Operates mowing tractors, trucks, paint machines, weed eaters, saws, and related equipment.
• Assists in snow removal and weather-related emergencies.
• Paints centerlines and edgelines; provides traffic control during roadwork.
• Performs janitorial duties and supports special county events.

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Two years of road or highway maintenance experience

Valid driver’s license

OSHA 10 certification

Trench Safety certification

Confined Space Entry certification

Maryland Flagger certification

CDL Class B within 6 months

Tools

Maintenance equipment (mowers, weed eaters, etc.)

Transit level

Concrete and pipe installation tooling

Job description

Calvert County Government is seeking a Highway Equipment Operator I to perform a broad range of road maintenance tasks across county infrastructure. The role involves mowing, drainage work, patching, sign maintenance, and operating a variety of maintenance tools under supervision.

Required to have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license, with CDL Class B to be obtained within six months. OSHA 10 and safety certifications are required or pursued.