RRM - Seasonal Assistant City Highway Repairer
About The Position
The Division of Roadway Repair & Maintenance (RRM) at NYC DOT is seeking candidates to perform general labor tasks, as directed by a supervisor, to assist in the repair and maintenance of roadways and arterial highways. This is a nine-month seasonal position starting in March and ending in December each year, with the possibility of permanent appointment. Work is in any borough and may be on any shift or tour, including days and nights. The position is subject to pre-employment medical screening, drug screening, and random drug testing. A New York State driver license must be maintained throughout employment at DOT.
Requirements
- No formal education or experience requirements.
- Must meet certain medical and physical requirements.
- A driver license valid in New York State is required at appointment and must be maintained throughout employment at DOT.
- A Class B Commercial Driver License is required within 90 days of appointment; there may be age requirements to obtain this license.
- Must be available to work in any borough and on any shift or tour, including days and nights.
Nice To Haves
- A Class A or Class B New York State Commercial Driver License; preference will be given to candidates possessing one.
Responsibilities
- Assist with laying hot-mix asphalt and other kinds of pavement.
- Clean construction and repair sites by sweeping and removing debris.
- Assist with roadway construction tasks, including raking, shoveling, tamping asphalt, pothole repair, mowing grass, guiderail repair, fencing, and debris removal.
- Assist in operating portable or towed power equipment and attachments used for maintenance operations.
- Prepare, use, and maintain tools needed for work assignments.
- Assist with loading and unloading materials, equipment, and other items.
- Perform snow removal when weather conditions prevent paving operations.
- Assist with general vehicle maintenance and cleanliness and complete required vehicle performance checklists.
- May operate a motorized vehicle in maintenance operations.
- May safely direct traffic around large construction projects.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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