Highway Maintenance Aide I

Arkansas-Department-of-Transportation-2; Pencil Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking a Maintenance Aide I in District 8, Montgomery County. The role involves operating a single axle truck and mowing equipment, performing highway maintenance, and assisting crew members with traffic control and sign setups.

Applicants must be able to work in varied weather, pass CDL tasks within specified timeframes, and meet physical requirements. Pre-employment drug/alcohol testing applies, with at-will employment status noted.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and speak English to converse with the public and understand highway signs.
• Experience operating a truck, tractor or heavy equipment preferred.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to learn local street and highway names/numbers.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Mow grass and weeds using large tractors and gang mowers.
• Operate single-axle dump truck hauling materials.
• Use power tools and hand tools for highway repairs.
• Load and unload bags of salt, sand, cement, chemicals, etc.
• Pick up litter and manage signs and cones for work zones.
• Respond to emergencies 24/7, and assist in snow removal operations.

Skills

Reading English

Basic math

Learn local streets

English communication

Computer basics

Tools

Truck/tractor operation

Job description

Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking a Maintenance Aide I in District 8, Montgomery County. The role involves operating a single axle truck and mowing equipment, performing highway maintenance, and assisting crew members with traffic control and sign setups.

Applicants must be able to work in varied weather, pass CDL tasks within specified timeframes, and meet physical requirements. Pre-employment drug/alcohol testing applies, with at-will employment status noted.