Highway Maintenance Worker 1/Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1/Highway Maintenance Worker Tr[...]

New York State; Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Highway Maintenance Worker where you will play a crucial role in maintaining the safety and functionality of our roads. This position offers the opportunity to work outdoors, respond to emergency situations, and operate heavy machinery. You will be part of a committed workforce that ensures the community's infrastructure remains in top condition, especially during harsh weather. If you are passionate about public service and have the physical stamina and skills to operate essential equipment, this role is perfect for you. Your contributions will directly impact the safety and efficiency of travel in the region.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A or B CDL with appropriate endorsements.
• Candidates must pass a physical/medical examination and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance tasks in various weather conditions.
• Operate heavy machinery for snow removal and highway maintenance.

Skills

Operating heavy machinery

Emergency response

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy dump truck

Front-end loader

Snow plow

Job description

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Title

Highway Maintenance Worker 1/Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1/Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2 (Region 4- Ontario County)

Occupational Category

Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade

NS

Bargaining Unit

OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range

From $50375 to $54816 Annually

Employment Type

Full-Time

Appointment Type

Permanent

Jurisdictional Class

Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage

15%

Workweek

Mon-Fri

Workday

From 7 AM to 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County

Ontario

Street Address

125 Parrish St.

City

Canandaigua

State

NY

Duties Description

Individuals selected must be able to respond to emergency callout within 1 hour during inclement weather, including all snow and ice conditions, to be considered for this position.

Duties include but are not limited to: Perform routine manual tasks requiring medium to heavy physical effort involving exposure to all kinds of weather conditions. Will be expected to operate plows during winter operations and to obtain the equipment certifications listed above.

Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications

Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1:
Must be 18 years old, pass physical/medical examination and drug test*, and possess a Class D Driver License.

Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2:
Must be 18 years old, pass physical/medical examination* and drug test; and possess a Class A or B Commercial Driver License with no airbrake restriction. Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to satisfactorily operate a NYSDOT large dump truck within two weeks of appointment. Failure to pass will result in termination.

Highway Maintenance Worker 1:
Satisfactory completion of the Highway Maintenance Worker Traineeship 2 or one year of experience in the operation of highway construction, maintenance equipment, or other vehicles in excess of 26,000 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating with air brakes and possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver License with DOT-specified endorsements, and two NYSDOT equipment operation certifications, in addition to the following three specific certifications: heavy dump truck, one person plowing with single or double wing, and front-end loader.

Within the first two weeks of employment, applicant must satisfactorily complete NYSDOT Heavy Dump Certification or their employment will be terminated.

NOTE: All candidates must pass a pre-employment physical/medical examination* and drug test prior to beginning employment.

Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from employment.

*Candidates who meet both of the following MAY be eligible to bypass the pre-employment physical: A valid CDL A or B AND a current (less than 2 years old) CDL Medical Certificate (form MCSA 5876) that meets specific criteria which will be discussed at the time of interview.

Additional Comments

Region 4 Operations covers the following 7 Counties:
Monroe, Livingston, Wayne, Ontario, Genesee, Orleans, Wyoming

**The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1 is $50,375 This amount is comprised of the base salary of $41,375 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.

The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2 is $52,514. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $43,514 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.

The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker 1 is $54,816. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $45,816 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.

Citizenship Requirement

In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.

Contact Information

Name: Jennifer L. Feeney
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email Address: [e-mail]

Address

Street: 1530 Jefferson Rd
City: Rochester
State: NY

Notes on Applying

Qualified candidates should submit a current resume, letter of interest and a completed NYS Dept. of Transportation Application for Employment (S1000 Part 1) with Notice Number R04-25-01 included in the subject line and referenced in the cover letter to:

Jennifer L. Feeney
Human Resources Specialist 1
New York State Department of Transportation- Region 4
1530 Jefferson Rd.
Rochester, NY 14623
585-272-3426 (fax)
[e-mail]
***PLEASE INCLUDE R04-25-01 IN SUBJECT LINE***

Applications and resumes must be received or postmarked no later than December 31, 2025

Applications for employment may be found at the following web address:
Application for Employment