Winter Highway Maintenance Trainee — CDL & Equipment Ops

NYS Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,855 - 58,743; Full time

Job summary

A state transportation agency is seeking Highway Maintenance Workers for emergency response and winter operations. Candidates must be 18+, possess a valid Class D Driver License, and may require a Class A or B CDL. These positions involve physical labor in varied weather conditions and operating heavy machinery. Starting pay ranges from $48,855 to $58,743 annually based on experience and role, providing essential infrastructure support and public safety.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and pass physical/medical examination and drug test.
• Satisfactory completion of Highway Maintenance Worker’s Traineeship or relevant experience with heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency callouts within 1 hour during inclement weather.
• Operate plows during winter operations.
• Support the department’s emergency response.

Skills

Medium to heavy physical effort

Ability to operate heavy machinery

Emergency response skills

Education

Class D Driver License

Class A or B Commercial Driver License

Job description

A state transportation agency is seeking Highway Maintenance Workers for emergency response and winter operations. Candidates must be 18+, possess a valid Class D Driver License, and may require a Class A or B CDL. These positions involve physical labor in varied weather conditions and operating heavy machinery. Starting pay ranges from $48,855 to $58,743 annually based on experience and role, providing essential infrastructure support and public safety.