Streets Maintenance Worker /CDL Trainee

Jefferson County; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Retirement Matching

Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

PPE Provided

CDL Training

Job summary

Jefferson County is seeking a Streets Maintenance Worker / CDL Trainee to perform road maintenance, snow removal, and related tasks across districts. The role requires a valid driver’s license, potential CDL, and willingness to respond to emergencies around the clock.

Benefits include paid time off, holidays, health and retirement benefits, and a $2.50/hour Mountain Shops differential for remote locations. Employment requires passing background and medical checks and compliance with CDL

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old by hire date.
• Valid Driver’s License for 2 consecutive years prior to hire date.
• May be required to obtain Class B or A Colorado CDL with tanker endorsement and air brake restriction removed within 12 months.
• Must obtain Flagger Certification within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing road maintenance operations, including repaving roads, filling potholes, applying crack-seal, repairing concrete, street sweeping, maintaining gutters and drainage, and snow removal from county-maintained roadways.
• Perform snow removal operations utilizing light and heavy equipment.
• Operate equipment and tools as necessary (mower, chain saw, hand tools).
• Perform equipment and vehicle pre/post-trip inspections per federal guidelines.
• Prepare equipment for specific uses and request maintenance service and repair as needed.

Job description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 09/30/26 Division: Road & Bridge Division Management Level: Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Hiring Range: $24.74 - $29.69 USD Hourly ****Salary is Based on Qualifications**** Mountain Shops Pay Differential: An additional $2.50/hour pay differential applies to remote work locations at our Mountain Shops, including Shaffers, Critchell, Evergreen, Lookout Mountain, Indian Hills, and Coal Creek.

Benefits of Working at Jeffco Road & Bridge:

• Paid CDL Training
• PPE including Winter Coat, Insulated Bibs & Other Clothing, Hard Hat, Vests, Safety Glasses, Gloves, and Ear Protection
• Reimbursements for Safety Toe Shoes and Prescription Safety Glasses
• Snow Removal Training
• Well Maintained Late Model Equipment & Trucks
• Promotion Opportunities
• Starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires
• 12 Paid Holidays (96 hours) Per Year
• Up to 160 hours Paid Time Off Per Year

See more details on our Employment Benefits website.

Streets Maintenance Worker /CDL Trainee

Perform manual labor in the maintenance of county roads. Maintenance duties vary by district and may include shoveling, raking, and sweeping asphalt. Perform traffic control duties such as flagging and sign placement, culvert maintenance, and snow plowing. Operate light and medium equipment. Position requires availability to respond to emergencies and snow removal operations 24 hours a day, seven days a week, by reporting to an assigned shop within one hour of being called.

Essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in performing road maintenance operations, including repaving roads, filling potholes, applying crack-seal, repairing concrete, street sweeping, maintaining gutters and drainage, gravel road maintenance, and snow removal from county-maintained roadways.
• Perform snow removal operations utilizing light and heavy equipment.
• Operate equipment and tools as necessary, such as mower, chain saw, and hand tools.
• Perform equipment and vehicle pre/post-trip inspections as defined by federal guidelines and inspect other items affecting safe operations.
• Assist with inspecting and preparing all equipment for safe use by performing routine maintenance.
• Prepare equipment for specific uses by making necessary modifications.
• Plan and request maintenance service and repair for specific equipment.
• Perform other general maintenance duties, routine cleaning, lubricating and minor maintenance, as necessary.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old by hire date.
• Valid Driver’s License for 2 consecutive years prior to hire date.
• If from out of state, must obtain a Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of hire.
• May be required to obtain a Class B or A Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tanker endorsement and air brake restriction removed as well as a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card within 12 months of hire.
• Must obtain Flagger Certification within 3 months of hire.
• Respond to emergencies and snow removal operations 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and reportto an assigned shop within one hour of being called.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with road construction or maintenance
• Experience with asphalt operations
• Experience with public works

Offer of employment is contingent on passing a criminal history, MVR check, background check, and physical exam.

To be considered you must not have any major violations, and no more than one DUI, DWI, DWAI conviction in the past three years.

Must provide a valid Commercial Driver's License and DOT medical card, and current copy of your full CDLIS Motor Vehicle Record at the time of interview, if you currently hold a CDL.

Jefferson County adheres to pre- and post-employment drug testing regulations for positions requiring a CDL.

Jefferson County adheres to all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, including FMCSA rule 391.11 (b) (2): Can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.

** Please Note: Due to CDL guidelines, we review work experience within the last ten years. Please make sure that you document your past and current job-related experience. If your application does not include work experience from the last ten years, your application may be disqualified or delay the process. **

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

Education: GED, High School Diploma Experience: Work Experience: No Experience Certifications: Driver's License - Driver's License - Any State Languages: Category: Maintenance & Trades

A wide variety of great benefit opportunities helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle in balance with a generous leave & holiday schedule.