Highway Maintenance Worker 1/ Trainee 1/ Trainee 2 (Region 9 - Tioga)

New York State; New York (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Highway Maintenance Workers to ensure safe and efficient roadways. This role involves performing essential maintenance tasks, operating heavy machinery, and responding to emergency situations, particularly during inclement weather. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, physical fitness, and valid commercial driving licenses. Join a team that plays a crucial role in maintaining the infrastructure and safety of your community. With competitive salaries and a commitment to professional development, this position offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about public service and community safety.

Qualifications

• Must pass physical/medical examination and drug test.
• Possess a valid Class D or A/B CDL license.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manual tasks in various weather conditions.
• Operate plows during winter operations and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Emergency Response

Physical Fitness

Driving Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Dump Truck

Plow Equipment

Front-End Loader

Job description

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Title

Highway Maintenance Worker 1/ Trainee 1/ Trainee 2 (Region 9 - Tioga)

Occupational Category

Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary

Grade NS

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $47694 to $57294 Annually

Employment Type

Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

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

Tioga

Street Address

Region 9 Locations

City TBD

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

The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1 is $47,694. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $38,694 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 $49,833. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $40,833 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 $52,136. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $43,136 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.

Contact Information

Name: Attn: Ron Romanosky

Telephone: [phone]

Email Address: [e-mail]

Address

Street: NYS Dept. of Transportation

1497 State Route 96

City: Owego

State: NY

Notes on Applying

Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume along with a completed Application of Employment Part 1 (found at https://www.dot.ny.gov/jobs)

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