Roadway Maintenance Technician - Career Ladder Path

State of Missouri; Park Hills (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance coverage

Educational assistance

Job summary

State of Missouri's Department of Transportation in Park Hills is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform routine, entry-level duties maintaining state highways and facilities under direct supervision.

This CAREER-LADDER opening offers a path for advancement based on skills without a separate interview, with eligibility tied to completion of exams, CDL requirements, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL exam written and driving portions with tanker endorsement and no air brake restrictions within 60 days of hire.
• Must pass work simulation and medical-physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Maintains state highway systems including filling joints, patching potholes, traffic control devices, and debris removal.
• Maintains and repairs highway facilities, signs, guardrails, curbs, gutters, and equipment.
• Operates vehicles and equipment to transport personnel, materials, and assist with snow plowing and ice control.
• May repair bridge decks and drains, or work at heights with scaffolding.

Skills

Traffic control

Flagging

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET

Tools

Dump truck

Backhoe

Auger

Forklift

Scaffolding

Job description

State of Missouri's Department of Transportation in Park Hills is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform routine, entry-level duties maintaining state highways and facilities under direct supervision.

This CAREER-LADDER opening offers a path for advancement based on skills without a separate interview, with eligibility tied to completion of exams, CDL requirements, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.