Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1/Trainee 2/Highway Maintenance Worker 1(R7-Lewis County)

New York State; Village of Lowville (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for the Highway Maintenance Worker positions in a vibrant community. This role involves essential duties such as operating snow plows during winter, performing manual labor in various weather conditions, and responding to emergency situations. Candidates will be part of a team that supports regional and statewide emergency responses. With a commitment to safety and service, this position offers a stable career path with opportunities for growth and development. If you are looking to make a difference in your community and enjoy working outdoors, consider applying for this rewarding opportunity.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and pass a physical/medical examination.
• Possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver License required for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manual tasks in various weather conditions.
• Operate snow plows and respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Manual Labor

Emergency Response

Equipment Operation

Physical Fitness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Plow Equipment

Heavy Dump Truck

Front-End Loader

Job description

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Job Title

Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1/Trainee 2/Highway Maintenance Worker 1 (R7-Lewis County)

Occupational Category

Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary

Grade NS

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range: From $47,694 to $52,136 Annually

Employment Type

Full-Time

Appointment Type: Permanent

Jurisdictional Class: Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage: 25%

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

Lewis

Street Address

5527 Bostwick Street, Lowville, 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:

1. Perform routine manual tasks requiring medium to heavy physical effort involving exposure to all kinds of weather conditions.
2. Operate plows during winter operations and obtain the necessary equipment certifications.
3. 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: (Starting salary- $47,694)
Must be 18 years old, pass physical/medical examination and drug test, and possess a Class D Driver License.

Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2: (Starting Salary- $49,833)
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: (Starting Salary $52,136)
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, including heavy dump truck, one person plowing with single or double wing, and front-end loader.

Within the first two weeks of employment, the 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

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

Region 7 Operations covers the following 5 Counties: Clinton, Franklin, St. Lawrence, Jefferson, and Lewis

Additional Salary Information:

• Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1: Starting salary of $47,694, which includes a base salary of $38,694 and an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000.
• Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2: Starting salary of $49,833, which includes a base salary of $40,833 and an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000.
• Highway Maintenance Worker 1: Starting salary of $52,136, which includes a base salary of $43,136 and an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000.

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.

Identity Verification

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.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name: Lori Gagnon, Program Aide, R7 Operations Office

Telephone: [insert telephone number]

Fax: [phone]

Email Address: [e-mail]

Address

NYSDOT-Operations
317 Washington Street, 9th Floor
Watertown, NY

Notes on Applying

Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R7-25-05 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than December 31, 2025.

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