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

NYS Department of Transportation; Town of Albion (NY); On-site; USD 51,616 - 56,190; Full time

Job summary

A state transportation agency is seeking Highway Maintenance Workers and Trainees to perform essential maintenance activities. Responsibilities include operating snow plows, managing manual labor tasks, and responding to emergency situations. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver license, and be able to complete pre-employment qualifications including a medical examination. Positions offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth within a dedicated multi-role team.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and pass a physical/medical examination.
• Possess a Class D Driver License or a Class A/B Commercial Driver License for certain positions.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and complete required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency callouts during inclement weather.
• Perform routine manual tasks in varying weather conditions.
• Operate snow plows and complete required certifications.
• Support department’s emergency response efforts.

Skills

Physical stamina for manual tasks

Equipment operation skills

Ability to respond to emergencies

Valid Driver License

Job description

Highway Maintenance Worker 1 / Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1 / Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2 (Region 4 – Orleans County – Permanent)

Department: NYS Department of Transportation

Base pay range: $51,616.00 - $56,190.00 per year.

Duties

• Respond to emergency callout within one hour during inclement weather, including all snow and ice conditions.
• Perform routine manual tasks requiring medium to heavy physical effort and exposure to all kinds of weather conditions.
• Operate plows during winter operations and obtain the required equipment certifications.
• Serve 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 a physical/medical examination and drug test, and possess a Class D Driver License.
• Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2: Must be 18, pass a physical/medical examination and drug test, possess a Class A or B Commercial Driver License with no air‑brake restriction, and must be able to satisfactorily operate a NYSDOT large dump truck within two weeks of appointment.
• Highway Maintenance Worker 1: Must have satisfactorily completed the Highway Maintenance Worker Traineeship 2 or have one year of experience operating highway construction or maintenance equipment with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating exceeding 26,000 lbs and air brakes, possess a Class A or B Commercial Driver License with DOT‑specified endorsements, and hold two NYSDOT equipment operation certifications plus 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, the applicant must satisfactorily complete NYSDOT Heavy Dump Certification.
• 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 removal from employment.

Salary Details

• Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1: Starting salary $51,616 (base $42,616 + geographic pay differential $9,000).
• Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2: Starting salary $53,818 (base $44,818 + geographic pay differential $9,000).
• Highway Maintenance Worker 1: Starting salary $56,190 (base $47,190 + geographic pay differential $9,000).

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. 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 at the time of offer. The Department will not sponsor a non‑immigrant for a temporary employment visa, OPT STEM, or for permanent residence.

DOT is an equal opportunity employer. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply.