Highway Maintenance Pro — Outdoor, 4-Day Weeks

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

PERA retirement

4-day work schedule (10-hour days Mon-

Job summary

Colorado Department of Transportation in Arvada is seeking a Highway Maintenance Specialist with CDL Class A or B to keep Colorado roadways safe. You will operate heavy equipment, perform road maintenance, and respond to weather-related emergencies in a rotating, on-call schedule.

The role requires a couple of years of physical labor or heavy equipment experience and a strong safety mindset. The position offers competitive compensation, housing stipends, and benefits including PERA retirement,

Qualifications

• Must have at least two (2) years of physical labor and/or heavy equipment operation experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to respond to emergencies and work overtime.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plowing snow.
• Operating heavy equipment such as tandem dump truck and loader.
• Mowing grass and weeds; removing debris from roadways.
• Installing and repairing guardrail, signs, and lighting.
• Maintaining equipment and performing minor repairs.
• Setting out traffic control devices and responding to emergencies.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Physical labor

Safety mindset

Job description

Colorado Department of Transportation in Arvada is seeking a Highway Maintenance Specialist with CDL Class A or B to keep Colorado roadways safe. You will operate heavy equipment, perform road maintenance, and respond to weather-related emergencies in a rotating, on-call schedule.

The role requires a couple of years of physical labor or heavy equipment experience and a strong safety mindset. The position offers competitive compensation, housing stipends, and benefits including PERA retirement,