Roadway Maintenance Technician I

Arkansas-Department-of-Transportation-2; Forrest City (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Department of Transportation in Forrest City, AR is seeking a Maintenance Aide I to operate a single-axle truck and mowing equipment for highway upkeep. CDL and drug test requirements apply; pre-employment screening is required.

Strong English communication skills and the ability to perform physical tasks are essential. The role involves maintaining roads, handling materials, and responding to emergencies around the clock as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficiently for reports and traffic signs.
• Experience operating a truck, tractor or heavy equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mow grass with tractors and mowing equipment.
• Perform landscape maintenance and tree cutting along highways.
• Operate single-axle dump trucks for construction/maintenance.
• Use hand tools and small power equipment for repairs.
• Load, unload and stack materials like salt, sand, cement.
• Pick up litter and maintain cleanliness of work zones.
• Set up and remove signs and cones in work zones.
• Respond to emergencies 24/7.
• Assist others in operations and snow removal.

Skills

English fluency

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Arkansas Department of Transportation in Forrest City, AR is seeking a Maintenance Aide I to operate a single-axle truck and mowing equipment for highway upkeep. CDL and drug test requirements apply; pre-employment screening is required.

Strong English communication skills and the ability to perform physical tasks are essential. The role involves maintaining roads, handling materials, and responding to emergencies around the clock as needed.