Highway Maintenance: Plow Operator (Trainee/1)

NYS Department of Transportation; Town of Lowville (NY); On-site; USD 48,855 - 53,430; Full time

Job summary

A state transportation department is looking for candidates for the Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee and Highway Maintenance Worker positions in Lowville, NY. Responsibilities include operating snowplows during winter weather and performing manual tasks in various conditions. Applicants must be 18 years old and possess at least a Class D Driver License, with differing requirements for Trainee and Worker levels. Competitive salaries are offered, with additional geographic pay differentials. Apply before December 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and pass physical/medical examination.
• Must possess a valid Class D Driver License or higher.
• Experience operating heavy vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manual tasks requiring physical effort.
• Operate plows during winter operations.
• Respond to emergency callouts within 1 hour during inclement weather.

Skills

Ability to operate heavy machinery

Ability to respond to emergencies

Physical endurance

Education

Class D Driver License

Class A or B Commercial Driver License

Tools

Heavy dump truck

Plow

Job description

A state transportation department is looking for candidates for the Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee and Highway Maintenance Worker positions in Lowville, NY. Responsibilities include operating snowplows during winter weather and performing manual tasks in various conditions. Applicants must be 18 years old and possess at least a Class D Driver License, with differing requirements for Trainee and Worker levels. Competitive salaries are offered, with additional geographic pay differentials. Apply before December 31, 2026.