Winter Highway Maintenance Trainee — Respond & Plow

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

Job summary

A state transportation authority is seeking individuals for Highway Maintenance Worker roles in New York. Candidates will be responsible for snow plowing and emergency response operations that require physical stamina and heavy equipment operation. Positions available are for trainee levels and require a valid driver license with specific certifications. All candidates must pass a medical examination and drug test. The starting salaries range from $52,606 to $57,183 based on the role.

Qualifications

• Must be able to respond to emergency callouts within 1 hour during inclement weather.
• Required certifications include heavy dump truck and front-end loader.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment physical examination and drug test is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manual tasks requiring medium to heavy physical effort.
• Operate snow plows and other maintenance equipment during winter operations.
• Support department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Skills

Ability to operate heavy construction equipment

Preparation for emergency response

Physical stamina

Education

Class D Driver License

Class A or B Commercial Driver License

Job description

A state transportation authority is seeking individuals for Highway Maintenance Worker roles in New York. Candidates will be responsible for snow plowing and emergency response operations that require physical stamina and heavy equipment operation. Positions available are for trainee levels and require a valid driver license with specific certifications. All candidates must pass a medical examination and drug test. The starting salaries range from $52,606 to $57,183 based on the role.