Highway Maintenance Technician I

Arkansas-Department-of-Transportation-2; Hope (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Department of Transportation, District 3, Hempstead County, Hope, AR, is seeking a Maintenance role responsible for operating a single-axle truck and a tractor with mowing apparatus and performing road maintenance tasks.

Applicants must have a valid driver's license and the ability to read and follow instructions; CDL certification within the specified 90/180 day windows is required. Posting closes 2026-09-28.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language and to make entries on reports and records.
• Experience operating a truck, tractor or heavy equipment preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL with tanker endorsement required within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain control of grass and weeds by mowing using large tractors and gang mowers frequently.
• Operate a single-axle dump truck hauling highway construction or maintenance materials.
• Use power equipment and small hand tools to perform highway repairs.
• Load, unload, and stack bags of salt, sand, cement, chemicals, etc.
• Flag traffic and assist with setting up signs and cones for work zones.
• Respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Skills

English language proficiency

Basic math

Computer skills

Ability to follow oral instructions

Physical stamina

Education

Reading and writing English

Experience operating heavy equipment

Tools

Truck/tractor equipment knowledge

Job description

Arkansas Department of Transportation, District 3, Hempstead County, Hope, AR, is seeking a Maintenance role responsible for operating a single-axle truck and a tractor with mowing apparatus and performing road maintenance tasks.

Applicants must have a valid driver's license and the ability to read and follow instructions; CDL certification within the specified 90/180 day windows is required. Posting closes 2026-09-28.