Roadway Maintenance Technician I

Arkansas-Department-of-Transportation-2; Lexa (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking personnel for district maintenance with duties including mowing, landscape upkeep, and equipment operation on highways. The role requires ability to work in varying weather, operate single-axle trucks, and perform road maintenance tasks.

Applicants should be prepared for on-call emergencies and be capable of following safety protocols. CDL-related conditions and pre-employment screenings apply per department policy.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficiently to converse with the public and understand signs.

Responsibilities

• Mow grass/weed control using tractors and gang mowers.
• Perform landscape maintenance with weed-eaters, chainsaws, pole saws.
• Operate single-axle dump truck for construction/maintenance.
• Use hand tools and power equipment for highway repairs.
• Load/unload bags of salt, sand, cement, chemicals, etc.

Skills

English

Heavy equipment

Job description

Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking personnel for district maintenance with duties including mowing, landscape upkeep, and equipment operation on highways. The role requires ability to work in varying weather, operate single-axle trucks, and perform road maintenance tasks.

Applicants should be prepared for on-call emergencies and be capable of following safety protocols. CDL-related conditions and pre-employment screenings apply per department policy.