Transportation Maintainer 3 (Service Patrol)

State of Connecticut - DOT Bureau of Highway Operations; Brookfield (CT); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) invites applications for Transportation Maintainer 3 (Service Patrol) at the Brookfield Repair Garage in District 4. This on-site, full-time role supports CHAMP motorist assistance and highway safety across designated routes, including overtime during winter events.

Ideal candidates hold a valid CDL with tank endorsement, are willing to work shifts 5:00 AM–1:00 PM or 11:30 AM–7:30 PM with rotating schedules, and can respond quickly to

Formación

• Requires a valid CDL with tank endorsement; must present CDL and MEC at interview.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for public interaction and reporting.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and operate equipment safely in high-traffic environments.

Responsabilidades

• Patrols high-traffic highways to assist stranded motorists and ensure roadway safety.
• Provides roadside assistance including tire changes, jump starts, fuel delivery, and vehicle relocation.
• Responds to highway incidents and coordinates with emergency services as needed.
• Removes roadway hazards and debris to maintain safe travel conditions.
• Supports snow removal operations during winter storms and severe weather events.
• Assists with minor mechanical repairs and maintenance of fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains accurate incident and service records.
• Collaborates with law enforcement and emergency personnel during highway emergencies.

Conocimientos

CDL Tank Endorsement

Oral and Written Communication

Public safety awareness

Descripción del empleo

Introduction

The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT), invites its experienced agency employees to apply for the position of Transportation Maintainer 3 (Service Patrol) located within District 4 at the Brookfield Repair Garage.

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Position Highlights

• Monday - Friday
• Full Time, 40 hours per week
• 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM or 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM
• Schedule rotates between the two shifts every two weeks
• Location: Brookfield Repair Garage
• This is an on-site position

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and safety-focused individual to join our Highway Service Patrol team. This essential role supports a statewide motorist assistance program designed to improve highway safety, reduce traffic congestion, and provide emergency support to stranded motorists. Operators patrol designated highway routes, respond to incidents, and assist with emergency and maintenance operations. The goals of the Connecticut Highway Assistance Motorist Patrol (CHAMP) Program are to provide safety to motorists, quickly clear incidents from the roadway, restore traffic capacity and reduce congestion, and assist in the coordinated multi-agency response to traffic events within an assigned area.

The Transportation Maintainer 3 (Service Patrol Operator) has an important role patrolling areas to quickly and safely remove obstructive highway debris/hazards which may create a more serious impact, react to accidents, report damaged guardrails, illumination and drainage problems and provide travel assistance to stranded motorists.

Requirements

Applicants must indicate that they hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), with the 'tank endorsement,' in the 'Licenses and Professional Certifications' section of the application, or they will not be considered. Applicants invited to interview will be required to produce a copy of their current valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B, reflecting the 'tank endorsement' and valid Medical Examiner's Card (MEC) at the time of interview. Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept emergency overtime duties, including snow and ice removal, whenever his or her services are needed; mandatory winter overtime from November 1 through April 30. Various storm events will require employees to stay at work for the duration of the storm, which at times could be up to a period of several days, to include holidays and weekends. Incumbents in this class will be required to have a 30-mile residency from the posted job location. Candidates must show how they meet the required knowledge and experience on their application to proceed further in the hiring process. The operator position requires a valid CDL and medical card to perform agency critical functions year-round. This position has mandatory winter overtime assignments and responds to emergencies. This position entails regular exposure to hazardous conditions due to fast-moving and high-volume traffic flow. Involves constant public contact and occasional exposure to stressful or disturbing circumstances. Requires limited vocational training in performing minor repairs and troubleshooting in the automotive field, interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, basic computer skills, and recordkeeping ability.

About Us

As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. CTDOT is guided by its mission to improve lives through transportation. Our infrastructure and transit systems are essential to the safety and mobility of Connecticut residents, and our work strengthens both economic and community development. CTDOT is committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, and individuals with broad-ranging backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply.

Learn more about our mission, vision, and values!

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e. Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

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Purpose of Job Class (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable for performing a variety of skilled tasks at less than the journeyperson level in the construction, maintenance and repair of state roadsides, roadways, bridges, airports and other departmental facilities; operates and maintains the more complex mechanical equipment; works as a skilled mechanic at less than the journeyperson level in the repair of mechanical equipment.

Examples of Duties

• Patrols high-traffic highways to assist stranded motorists and ensure roadway safety;
• Provides roadside assistance including tire changes, jump starts, fuel delivery, and vehicle relocation;
• Responds to highway incidents and coordinates with emergency services as needed;
• Removes roadway hazards and debris to maintain safe travel conditions;
• Supports snow removal operations during winter storms and severe weather events;
• Assists with minor mechanical repairs and maintenance of fleet vehicles and equipment;
• Maintains accurate incident and service records;
• Collaborates with law enforcement and emergency personnel during highway emergencies;
• Performs related duties as required;
• More information can be found here.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

• Considerable knowledge of construction, maintenance and repair techniques of roadsides, roadways, bridges or airports;
• Knowledge of processes and materials used in construction and maintenance trades;
• Oral and written communication skills;
• Considerable ability to use and make ordinary repairs to more complex mechanical equipment;
• Ability to operate equipment as listed on attached Add