Highway Maintenance Specialist

State of Oregon•Corvallis, OR

1d•$4,312 - $5,988•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking a dedicated individual to join their hardworking Corvallis maintenance crew as a Transportation Maintenance Specialist 2 – Highway Maintenance Specialist. This role is crucial for ensuring the safety of Oregon’s roads and travelers. The position involves operating equipment for the maintenance and repair of roadways, highways, bridges, and structures. Additionally, the role includes assisting with emergency cleanup and traffic control in response to events such as storms, spills, and other incidents. ODOT is committed to providing a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that supports the growth of Oregon's communities and economy, and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.

Requirements

Two years of general landscaping, maintenance, mechanical, farming, logging, and/or construction experience or training; OR One year of experience performing basic highway maintenance work.
Must possess a current, valid commercial driver's license A (CDL-A) with a tanker endorsement, no air brake restrictions, no 5th wheel restrictions and no manual transmission restrictions, OR have the ability to acquire a class A commercial learner permit within 60 days of hire and a CDL-A with a tanker endorsement and restrictions removed within six months of hire.
A valid 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.
Must be able to respond within a maximum of 45 minutes to 3700 SW Philomath Blvd., Corvallis, OR 97333 for emergency call-outs.

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.
Winter maintenance experience such as sanding, deicing or using snow blowers or snowplows.
Experience using hand tools and operating light and heavy equipment such as tractors, excavators, loaders or dump trucks.
Experience working in conditions that may be hazardous.
Able to maintain effectiveness in varying environments with changing priorities, responsibilities, tasks or people.

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment and tools to maintain and repair various surfaces.
Assist with weather-related emergencies and operate snowplows, deicer trucks, and other equipment to clear snow from roadways.
Perform minor surface repairs including pothole and concrete patching and small inlay work.
Clear debris, clear brush, mow grass, and spray roadside vegetation.
Maintain and repair fences, guardrails, concrete barriers, and milepost markers.
Maintain drainage systems, dig and clean ditches, and repair culverts, inlets, and erosion.
Maintain wooded areas, which includes replanting, pruning, thinning, or trimming trees, shrubs, and groundcover.
Service and repair tools and motorized equipment.
Perform minor maintenance including janitorial work, landscaping, painting, and light carpentry.
Respond to emergency cleanup and traffic control after storms, spills, incidents, and more.