Tunnel Maintainer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Allegheny County, PA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Tunnel Maintainer supports the safe and efficient operation of tunnels and nearby roadways for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The role involves responding to incidents, maintaining facilities, and monitoring traffic conditions to protect motorists and keep tunnel systems functioning properly. Duties include assisting motorists by removing disabled vehicles and clearing debris; supporting first responders; cleaning, repairing, painting, and maintaining tunnel structures, equipment, and surrounding grounds; monitoring traffic flow, safety conditions, and equipment alerts; communicating critical information to staff and first responders; patrolling High Occupancy Vehicle lanes and operating lane gates; and operating trucks, towing equipment, and machinery for snow removal, washing, and maintenance.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience in roadway maintenance and repair, emergency services, towing and roadside assistance, or traffic control work; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
• Demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.
• Possess an active Pennsylvania Class A Commercial Driver’s License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed, or equivalent, on the first day of employment.
• Obtain an active Pennsylvania Department of Transportation certification in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders within the probationary period.
• Obtain additional Pennsylvania Department of Transportation certifications for assigned pieces of equipment during the probationary period.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist motorists by removing disabled vehicles, clearing debris, and supporting first responders during traffic incidents.
• Clean, repair, paint, and maintain tunnel structures, equipment, and surrounding grounds.
• Monitor tunnel conditions, traffic flow, safety concerns, and equipment alerts, including carbon monoxide levels and over-height vehicles.
• Communicate critical information to staff and first responders by phone, radio, and direct contact.
• Patrol High Occupancy Vehicle lanes, assist motorists, and operate lane gates during opening and closing procedures.
• Operate light and heavy trucks, towing equipment, and other machinery for snow removal, washing, and maintenance tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed