Roadway Maintenance Pro: Snow, Signs & Safety

Colorado Contractors Association Inc.; Colorado; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Department of Transportation in Crook, CO is seeking a Highway Maintenance Specialist to support snow plowing, equipment operation, and debris removal on Colorado roadways. The role emphasizes safety, traffic control, and routine maintenance to keep roads open.

You'll work a 4-day schedule during summer and standard 10-hour days Mon-Thu, with potential overtime during weather emergencies. CDL and physicals may be required, with options for training and advancement within CDOT.

Responsibilities

• Plowing snow
• Operating heavy equipment, such as tandem dump truck, loader, tractor mower, etc.
• Mowing grass and weeds
• Removing debris from roadways, including rock, mud, and deceased animals
• Removing debris from culverts, tunnels, etc.
• Shoveling gravel, sand, concrete, and asphalt
• Digging ditches
• Installing and repairing guardrail, highway markers and signs, warning signs, and lighting
• Filling potholes and roadway cracks
• Setting out signs and cones for traffic control
• Removing and covering graffiti
• Installing pavement markings/striping
• Stopping or slowing traffic in emergency situations
• Maintaining equipment and performing minor repairs
• Following safety guidance and wearing proper safety equipment

Job description

Colorado Department of Transportation in Crook, CO is seeking a Highway Maintenance Specialist to support snow plowing, equipment operation, and debris removal on Colorado roadways. The role emphasizes safety, traffic control, and routine maintenance to keep roads open.

You'll work a 4-day schedule during summer and standard 10-hour days Mon-Thu, with potential overtime during weather emergencies. CDL and physicals may be required, with options for training and advancement within CDOT.