HIGHWAY MAINTAINER - SNOW REMOVAL OPERATOR-DISTRICT 6

State of Illinois•Lincoln, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring temporary Snow Removal Operators for the 2026/2027 snow and ice season. The hourly Snow Removal Operator performs tasks related to maintenance, repair, and upkeep of roads, bridges, and related structures and features. The position is on-call and non-permanent, with work during the October 16–April 15 season; dates depend on weather. Work is based at one of the listed District 6 team sections in Illinois. Applicants must apply electronically through illinois.jobs2web.com; applications submitted by email or paper will not be considered.

Requirements

Knowledge, skills, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school.
For seasonal employees, a Class B CDL with appropriate endorsements, including X or N, and no airbrake restrictions is acceptable for two years. Beginning in the third year from the initial hire date, seasonal employees must possess a Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements, including X or N, and no airbrake restrictions.
One year of driving experience immediately preceding appointment, free of incidents that could result in license suspension or revocation.
Successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation, physical examination, and drug and alcohol screening, and participate in ongoing random drug and alcohol screenings.
Ability to perform arduous outdoor labor in adverse conditions, including hot, cold, wet, windy, and muddy environments; confined spaces; active construction sites; steep terrain; roadways open to traffic; and wading in water, while exposed to hazards such as poisonous plants, animals, insects, rodents, and snakes.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions while maintaining productive working relationships.
Ability to perform medium work, including lifting up to 50 pounds at a time and frequently lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Available for emergency call-outs at any hour and any day of the year; respond as quickly as practicable and no later than 45 minutes after a call.
Work reasonable amounts of overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

Operate vehicles requiring a CDL Class A or B license.
Assist with emergency snow and ice control.
Service, wash, and perform minor repairs on equipment such as trucks, tractors, snowplows, salt spreaders, compressors, graders, and other light highway equipment.
Perform routine housekeeping and general care of headquarters grounds.
Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the listed duties.