Maintenance Aide I

Arkansas Department of Transportation•Russellville, AR

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Maintenance Aide I operates a single-axle truck and/or a tractor with attached mowing apparatus and performs road maintenance functions. Duties may include related or other logical tasks as assigned, and the Department may modify duties based on its needs. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an at-will employer. The position requires work in all types of weather and conditions such as noise, dust, and fumes. Employees respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week when needed, and may work during ice and snow removal operations. A valid driver’s license is required. The employee must pass the written exam for a Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) with tanker (“N”) endorsement within 90 calendar days of hire and the driving exam within 180 calendar days. Failure to meet these deadlines may result in demotion, reduced pay, or termination, as described in the posting. Successful applicants must meet CDL physical and mental requirements. A pre-employment drug/alcohol test is required for applicable candidates, and employees are subject to additional testing under the ARDOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. The position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to converse with the public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, and make entries on reports and records.
Ability to learn local street and highway names and numbers.
Basic math and computer skills.
Ability to follow oral instructions.
Ability to learn and safely operate a single-axle truck, tractor, and heavy equipment.
Ability to learn and work with simple hand tools and small power equipment.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to climb hills and grades and get in and out of vehicles and equipment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform duties in all types of weather and in conditions involving noise, dust, and fumes.
Valid driver’s license.
Must pass the written portion of the Class A CDL exam with tanker (“N”) endorsement within 90 calendar days of hire and the driving portion within 180 calendar days of hire.
Must meet the physical and mental requirements for a CDL.
Must complete required pre-employment drug/alcohol testing when applicable and remain subject to additional testing under the ARDOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating a truck, tractor, or heavy equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Mow grass and control weeds using large tractors and gang mowers.
Maintain highway rights-of-way and facilities through landscaping and tree cutting using weed-eaters, brush hooks, chainsaws, pole saws, limb saws, and other small power equipment.
Operate a single-axle dump truck to haul highway construction or maintenance materials.
Repair highways using power equipment and small hand tools, including shovels and rakes.
Load, unload, and stack bags of salt, sand, cement, chemicals, and other materials.
Pick up litter, including large tires, dead animals, and garbage.
Flag traffic.
Assist crewmembers with setting up, moving, and taking down work-zone signs and cones.
Respond to emergencies such as natural disasters, severe weather, and traffic accidents.
Work during ice and snow removal operations.
Perform regular servicing and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.