Winter Highway Maintenance Trainee: Plow Operator & ICS Support

NYS Department of Transportation; Town of Hamburg (NY); On-site; USD 52,606 - 57,183; Full time

Job summary

A state transportation department in New York is seeking Highway Maintenance Workers to handle snow operations and routine manual tasks. Candidates must have requisite Class D or CDL licenses and be able to respond to emergencies. The role offers starting salaries ranging from $52,606 to $57,183, contingent on the position level and involves physical labor and adherence to safety regulations. The department emphasizes its commitment to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and pass a physical/medical examination and drug test.
• Possess required commercial driver licenses as per role.
• Ability to operate large dump trucks and other heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manual tasks in all weather conditions.
• Operate plows and obtain necessary equipment certifications.
• Support emergency responses as part of the Incident Command System.

Skills

Operating plows

Medium to heavy manual tasks

Emergency response skills

Education

Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1: Class D Driver License

Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2: Class A or B CDL

Highway Maintenance Worker 1: Class A or B CDL with endorsements

Job description

A state transportation department in New York is seeking Highway Maintenance Workers to handle snow operations and routine manual tasks. Candidates must have requisite Class D or CDL licenses and be able to respond to emergencies. The role offers starting salaries ranging from $52,606 to $57,183, contingent on the position level and involves physical labor and adherence to safety regulations. The department emphasizes its commitment to equal opportunity employment.