Lead Highway Maintenance Specialist, Glenwood-Hlt

Colorado Department Of Transportation; Gauteng; On-site; USD 57 000 - 63 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Highway Maintenance Specialist to oversee maintenance activities in a designated area. This role involves skilled heavy construction equipment operation and manual labor under various conditions. The ideal candidate will have significant highway maintenance experience, including pothole repair and snow removal. You will lead a team while ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to maintaining infrastructure and enhancing community safety. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community while developing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of highway maintenance experience including pothole repair and heavy equipment operation.
• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License with possible endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Lead patrol and oversee maintenance activities for designated areas.
• Perform road surface repairs, snow and ice control, and equipment upkeep.

Skills

Highway Maintenance

Heavy Equipment Operation

Emergency Response

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Commercial Driver's License Class A or B

Tools

SAP

Job description

Lead Highway Maintenance Specialist, Glenwood-HLT
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Department Information

This position is only open to Colorado state residents. This announcement is posted until the position is filled. Applications will be considered as they are received. It is in your best interest to apply early.

New employees to the State will be paid biweekly.

There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. This vacancy is a lead worker TM II located out of Hanging Lakes Tunnel.

Base pay is typically between $57,000 and $63,000 per year. This position is also eligible for a housing stipend of $X per month.

Description Of Job

This position is responsible for leading patrol and overseeing general maintenance activities for a designated area. The TM II performs skilled, specialized heavy construction equipment operation and manual labor under hazardous conditions.

Responsibilities include maintaining facilities to their original condition, ensuring equipment safety, and performing various maintenance tasks such as road surface repair, roadside facility maintenance, traffic services, roadside appearance, bridge/structure maintenance, snow and ice control, and equipment upkeep.

Additional duties include paperwork, using SAP for work orders and timesheets, trimming trees, graffiti removal, equipment operation, and responding to emergencies. The work environment involves exposure to noise, fumes, dust, chemicals, and working near heavy traffic and at heights.

Minimum Qualifications

At least three years of highway maintenance experience, including repairing potholes, operating heavy equipment, maintaining right-of-way fences, street striping, bridge maintenance, and snow removal. Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License Class A or B, with possible endorsements.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment screening, valid CDL, possible drug testing, ability to work overtime, live within 30 minutes of work site, and attend annual training are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with emergency response, extensive heavy equipment operation, safety, communication skills, leadership, and familiarity with relevant regulations and software.

Application Requirements

Complete CDOT application, supplemental questionnaire, and provide necessary documents. Applications must be submitted by the closing date. All correspondence will be via email.

Additional Information

The process includes minimum qualification review, comparative analysis, and encourages diversity and inclusion. The Colorado Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer.