Highway Maintenance Specialist State of Colorado

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization dedicated to maintaining Colorado's roads. As a Highway Maintenance Specialist, you'll engage in diverse tasks, from snow plowing to emergency response, ensuring safety for all travelers. Enjoy a structured work environment with opportunities for advancement and training, while making a positive impact on the community.

Benefits

Protective gear and tools

Paid physicals and CDL renewal reimbursement

Training opportunities

40-hour workweeks with overtime

Summer 4-day work schedule

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of physical labor or heavy equipment experience.
• Valid CDL Class A or B with no restrictions on air brakes required.

Responsibilities

• Plowing snow and operating heavy equipment.
• Removing debris from roadways and installing guardrails.
• Responding to emergencies and maintaining equipment.

Skills

Physical Labor

Heavy Equipment Operation

Tools

CDL Class A or B

Job description

If you have a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License that allows operation in Colorado and are passionate about safety, travel, and hands-on repair and improvements, then consider turning your passions into a career as a Highway Maintenance Specialist. CDOT has a vacancy for a Highway Maintenance Specialist in Lake County, CO.

Locations can include:

• Leadville, 629 US Highway 24
• Twin Lakes, 984 Highway 82

Total annual compensation for this position is $58,356 ($52,356 base pay and $6,000 housing stipend). Base pay is $2013.69 biweekly ($52,356 annually), with 26 pay periods per year. Additionally, there is a $500/month housing stipend.

About CDOT

Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans’ lives? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you’ll have the opportunity to help keep people safe and improve travel. Visit our careers page to learn more about CDOT and our benefits! CDOT values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Description of Job

What You Will Do

No two days are exactly the same in CDOT highway maintenance. Your activities will vary based on project needs, weather, and road conditions. You will be on-call and respond to weather and emergencies. Your main activities include:

• Plowing snow
• Operating heavy equipment
• Mowing grass and weeds
• Removing debris from roadways and culverts
• Shoveling gravel, sand, concrete, and asphalt
• Digging ditches
• Installing and repairing guardrails, signs, and lighting
• Filling potholes and cracks
• Setting out traffic control signs and cones
• Removing graffiti
• Installing pavement markings
• Responding to emergencies and maintaining equipment

Impact

Your work ensures Colorado’s roads are safe and open, positively impacting residents, visitors, and the economy.

What CDOT Provides

• Protective gear and tools
• Paid physicals and CDL renewal reimbursement
• Training opportunities
• 40-hour workweeks with overtime during emergencies
• Summer 4-day work schedule
• Learning opportunities and advancement

Work Environment

• Exposure to noise, fumes, chemicals, and outdoor conditions
• Work near traffic and at heights
• Use of ladders, lifts, and driving CDOT vehicles
• Respond to emergencies outside regular hours, including weekends and holidays

Minimum Qualifications & Conditions

Must have at least 2 years of physical labor or heavy equipment experience. Valid CDL Class A or B with no restrictions on air brakes required. Must pass background checks, drug tests, and physical exams. Willingness to work in extreme weather and respond to emergencies is essential.