Highway Maintenance Specialist

State of Oregon•Arlington, TX

2d•$4,312 - $5,988•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking a hardworking individual to join their Arlington maintenance crew to help keep Oregon’s roads and travelers safe. As part of the team, you will operate equipment necessary to maintain and repair roadways, highways, bridges, and structures. You will also assist with emergency cleanup and traffic control after storms, spills, incidents, and more. The department provides a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. They encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for their positions.

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.
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 (ODOT will cover training costs) to be considered eligible for this position.
A valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.
This position requires a maximum 45 minute response time to 1520 Highway 19, Arlington, OR 97812 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.
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 verbally and in writing.
Computer experience including using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Adobe.

Responsibilities

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.
Assist with weather related emergencies and operate snowplows, deicer trucks and other equipment to clear snow from roadways.
Maintain drainage systems, dig and clean ditches and repair culverts, inlets and erosion.
Maintain and repair fences, guardrails, concrete barriers and milepost markers.
Clear debris, clear brush, mow grass and spray roadside vegetation.
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.
Exposure to noise, extreme heights, all weather conditions, heavy equipment, pesticides and hazardous waste materials is expected.
Must be able to move around rough terrain, bend and stoop for extended periods and 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.