Roadway Maintenance Technician - Career Ladder

State of Missouri; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Department of Transportation in Chillicothe, MO is seeking a Maintenance Worker for state highway and facility upkeep. This entry-level role operates under direct supervision and offers a CAREER-LADDER path with potential promotion as skills and experience grow.

The job includes traffic control, road and sign maintenance, and equipment operation, with the possibility of overtime and winter/emergency duties. A CDL permit and successful medical examination are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Passing grade on the written portion of the CDL exam required prior to hire; driving portion with tanker endorsement, no air brake restrictions (Class B) and interstate status within 60 days after hire.
• Successful completion of a work simulation examination and a medical-physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Maintains state highway systems, including filling joints/cracks, patching potholes, traffic control, setup of signs/cones/boards, loading/unloading materials, brush clearing, roadside cleanup.
• Maintains, cleans, and repairs state highway facilities, including repairing signs and guardrails, cleaning curbs and gutters, painting, and servicing equipment.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

CDL exam requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET

Job description

Missouri Department of Transportation in Chillicothe, MO is seeking a Maintenance Worker for state highway and facility upkeep. This entry-level role operates under direct supervision and offers a CAREER-LADDER path with potential promotion as skills and experience grow.

The job includes traffic control, road and sign maintenance, and equipment operation, with the possibility of overtime and winter/emergency duties. A CDL permit and successful medical examination are required.