Central Point High School to Highway Trainee (Sign)

State of Oregon•Central Point, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This one-year training program is for recent or soon-to-be high school graduates and alternative school graduates. Trainees will learn about state government, highway maintenance, and construction work. You will work with a maintenance crew to repair and maintain roads, bridges, signs, and facilities, helping to keep Oregon’s roads safe for the traveling public. This is a great opportunity to work and learn outdoors as part of a team while working closely with a mentor.

Requirements

Must have or will receive high school diploma or GED between January 1, 2023, and July 1, 2026.
Must be able to obtain a class A commercial learner permit within 60 days of hire.
Must be at least 18 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
Must have one year of driving experience (either with a learner’s permit or driver’s license) on or before September 1, 2026.
Must possess a valid, unexpired Oregon driver license or commercial driver's license.
Must have the ability to obtain a commercial driver's license A (CDL-A) with a tanker endorsement and no air brake restrictions, no 5th wheel restrictions and no manual transmission restrictions within six months of hire OR possess a current, valid CDL-A with the specified endorsements and restrictions.
Must have a valid driver’s license at the time of hire (June 2026) and an acceptable driving record.
Must have a maximum 30-minute response time to 4141 Hamrick, Central Point, OR 97471 for emergency call-outs.
Must be able to move around rough terrain, on uneven slopes, and work in all weather conditions.
May need to lift up to 100 pounds.
May need to be available after hours, on weekends and holidays for emergency and weather-related purposes.

Nice To Haves

Experience using tools or equipment, such as farming or landscaping equipment
Experience working on a team
Experience following directions

Responsibilities

Perform manual labor to repair roadway surfaces and shoulders.
Complete weather-related operations including snow removal, deicing and sanding.
Set up traffic control after crashes or other emergencies.
Maintain drainage systems, clean ditches and repair culverts.
Clear brush, mow grass and spray roadside vegetation.
Repair guardrails, milepost markers and fences.
Service and repair tools and motorized equipment.
Work in other specialties such as bridge, sign or landscape maintenance, and striping and traffic line operations.