Highway Maintenance Aide: Mowing & Heavy Equipment

Ultipro; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking a Maintenance Aide I to operate a single-axle truck and tractor with mowing apparatus, and to perform various road maintenance tasks in Crawford County, Van Buren, AR. Knowledge of English and a valid driver’s license are required; CDL training must be completed within specified timelines.

Posting closes on 2026-10-12. The role includes operating power equipment, assisting with signs, and responding to emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public.
• Experience operating a truck, tractor or heavy equipment preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate single-axle dump truck hauling highway construction or maintenance materials frequently.
• Mow grass with large tractors and gang mowers.
• Perform landscape maintenance and tree cutting on highway right-of-ways.

Skills

Truck operation

Heavy equipment

Road maintenance

Sign setup

Emergency response

Litter pickup

Education

Ability to read and write English

Tools

Chainsaws

Pole saws

Limb saw

Industrial weed-eaters

Brush hooks

Shovels & rakes

Job description

The Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking a Maintenance Aide I to operate a single-axle truck and tractor with mowing apparatus, and to perform various road maintenance tasks in Crawford County, Van Buren, AR. Knowledge of English and a valid driver’s license are required; CDL training must be completed within specified timelines.

Posting closes on 2026-10-12. The role includes operating power equipment, assisting with signs, and responding to emergencies as needed.