Highway Maintenance Trainee: CDL Training & Benefits

Nex-Tech Classifieds; Atwood (KS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA

Life Insurance

Retirement – KPERS

Tuition Reimbursement

On-the-job training

Employee discounts STAR Program

Job summary

Kansas Department of Transportation in Atwood is hiring a Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee. You will train to operate equipment and perform highway maintenance duties, with opportunities to advance to CDL-classified roles.

The position includes training on job tasks, potential overtime, and a benefits package. Applicants must obtain a Class B CDL within 90 days, with Class A within a year, and pass pre-employment screening.

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver’s license at time of appointment.
• CDL Class B or A license with tanker and air brake endorsements for higher levels.
• Pre-employment physical capacity testing required; DOT drug testing required.

Responsibilities

• Operates KDOT equipment including trucks, mowers, loaders.
• Performs highway maintenance tasks (signs, fence, guardrail, painting, patching, litter pickup).
• Receives training in equipment operation and highway repair methods.
• May require additional hours including nights and weekends depending on agency needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Dependable

Job description

Kansas Department of Transportation in Atwood is hiring a Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee. You will train to operate equipment and perform highway maintenance duties, with opportunities to advance to CDL-classified roles.

The position includes training on job tasks, potential overtime, and a benefits package. Applicants must obtain a Class B CDL within 90 days, with Class A within a year, and pass pre-employment screening.