Highway Maintenance Specialist (Seasonal) (Multiple Positions)

State of Oregon•Maupin, OR

2d•$4,312 - $5,988•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking hardworking individuals to join their Warm Springs maintenance crew to help keep Oregon’s roads and travelers safe. This role involves operating equipment to maintain and repair roadways, highways, bridges, and structures. It also includes assisting with emergency cleanup and traffic control after storms, spills, and incidents. This is a seasonal position expected to last approximately 6 months, with the possibility of recurrence. Seasonal positions are regular status and benefits-eligible. The department aims to provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. They encourage applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

Requirements

One year of experience performing basic highway maintenance work.
OR Two years of general landscaping, maintenance, mechanical, farming, logging, and/or construction experience or training.
CDL-A Required: Must possess a current, valid commercial driver's license A (CDL-A) with no air brake restrictions, no 5th wheel restrictions, and no manual transmission restrictions.
Must have or be able to obtain a tanker endorsement within 30 days of hire.
A valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record are required.
Must be able to move around rough terrain, bend and stoop for extended periods.
May need to lift up to 60 pounds.
May need to be available after hours, on weekends, and holidays for emergency, on call, and weather-related purposes.

Nice To Haves

Experience in road maintenance, construction, or in a maintenance training program such as ODOT High School to Highway program, ODOT/ODF Fire and Ice program, Job Corps, etc.
Experience using hand tools and operating light and heavy equipment such as tractors, excavators, loaders, or dump trucks.
Experience working on a team.
Experience communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Computer experience including using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe.

Responsibilities

Assist with weather-related emergencies and operate snowplows, deicer trucks, and other equipment to clear snow from roadways.
Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment and tools to maintain and repair various surfaces.
Perform minor surface repairs including pothole and concrete patching and small inlay work.
Clear debris, clear brush, mow grass, and spray roadside vegetation.
Maintain wooded areas which includes replanting, pruning, thinning, or trimming trees, shrubs, and groundcover.
Maintain drainage systems, dig and clean ditches, and repair culverts, inlets, and erosion.
Service and repair tools and motorized equipment.
Perform minor maintenance including janitorial work, landscaping, painting, and light carpentry.
Respond to emergency call-outs within a maximum of 45 minutes to 71739 Highway 216, Maupin, OR 97037.