Hwy Maintenance Worker – Senior

Jobtailor

Grant (NY)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 90,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Grant, NY is seeking a Highway Maintenance Worker to operate heavy equipment, patch roadways, repair signs and bridges, and support snow removal and emergency response duties.

This role requires a Class A CDL (tank endorsement preferred), ability to work nights and weekends, and readiness for on-call shifts. A strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver’s license.
For Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior: Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements required within 60 days of employment
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with O Restriction and tanker endorsement required within 90 days of hire through the in-house CDL training program
Must be able to be placed on-call and respond during non-scheduled work hours, including holidays and weekends
Must be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions
Ability to safely move, drag, and lift specified weights
Ability to climb, bend, and stoop
Ability to work in outdoor temperature extremes and around high-speed traffic
Ability to read and communicate effectively, give and receive instructions, and follow directions with minimal supervision
Basic computer and arithmetic skills
Ability and willingness to learn and adjust to new technology and processes
Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors
Ability to interact positively with co-workers and supervisors, resolve conflicts, and make sound decisions
Preferred: Experience operating heavy equipment or farming background
Preferred: Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement
Preferred: Commercial Pesticide applicator's license
Preferred: Basic computer experience

Responsibilities

Operate highway and maintenance equipment, including trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, tractors, motor graders, snowplows, draglines, backhoes, and distributors
Operate specialized equipment including lay-down machines, rock cutters, snoopers, pavement stripers, drilling or milling machinery, gas transports, semi-truck trailers, and chip spreaders
Identify preventative maintenance needs and participate in equipment servicing and repair
Maintain grounds and buildings of maintenance yards
Patch roadways, pavement surfaces, and structures
Repair signs and bridges, culverts, and other structures
Erect and remove snow fences
Move, drag, lift, load, and unload equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials safely within weight restrictions
Spread and tamp surfacing materials
Train maintenance co-workers as needed in maintenance tasks, practices, and procedures
Perform snow removal and emergency response duties, including nights, weekends, and adverse weather conditions
Respond to emergency call-outs with short notice
Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Emergency Response

Team Collaboration

Decision Making

Adaptability

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Tools

Snowplows

Front-End Loaders

Motor Graders

Pavement Stripers

Drilling Machinery

Job description

Operate highway and maintenance equipment, including trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, tractors, motor graders, snowplows, draglines, backhoes, and distributors
Operate specialized equipment including lay-down machines, rock cutters, snoopers, pavement stripers, drilling or milling machinery, gas transports, semi-truck trailers, and chip spreaders
Identify preventative maintenance needs and participate in equipment servicing and repair
Maintain grounds and buildings of maintenance yards
Patch roadways, pavement surfaces, and structures
Repair signs and bridges, culverts, and other structures
Erect and remove snow fences
Move, drag, lift, load, and unload equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials safely within weight restrictions
Spread and tamp surfacing materials
Train maintenance co-workers as needed in maintenance tasks, practices, and procedures
Perform snow removal and emergency response duties, including nights, weekends, and adverse weather conditions
Respond to emergency call-outs with short notice
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license
For Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior: Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements required within 60 days of employment
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with O Restriction and tanker endorsement required within 90 days of hire through the in-house CDL training program
Must be able to be placed on-call and respond during non-scheduled work hours, including holidays and weekends
Must be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 45 minutes under normal driving conditions
Ability to safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally, and 90 or more pounds infrequently with assistance
Ability to climb, bend, and stoop
Ability to work in outdoor temperature extremes and around high-speed traffic
Ability to read and communicate effectively, give and receive instructions, and follow directions with minimal supervision
Basic computer and arithmetic skills
Ability and willingness to learn and adjust to new technology and processes
Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors
Ability to interact positively with co-workers and supervisors, resolve conflicts, and make sound decisions
Preferred: Experience operating heavy equipment or farming background
Preferred: Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement
Preferred: Commercial Pesticide applicator's license
Preferred: Basic computer experience

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining highway and maintenance equipment, including trucks and heavy machinery, while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Capable of performing emergency response duties and training co-workers in maintenance practices.

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