Tunnel Maintainer - PennDOT Winter Maintenance

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Allegheny County, PA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Become a Tunnel Maintainer with the Department of Transportation and take on work that keeps vital roadways open and safe! This job places you at the center of important operations that help drivers and emergency crews when they need it most. You will stay active, learn valuable skills, and support daily travel for thousands of people. It is a rewarding role where your efforts help protect and serve your community! This position supports the safe and efficient movement of traffic through tunnels and nearby roadways by managing incidents, maintaining facilities, and monitoring conditions.

Requirements

• 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.
• Possession of 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 their first day of employment.
• Obtain within the probationary period an active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders.
• Obtain additional certifications issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on assigned pieces of equipment during the probationary period.
• Able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Respond to traffic incidents, as well as assist motorists and first responders using tools, fire extinguishers, and equipment to restore normal traffic flow
• Complete routine and emergency upkeep such as cleaning drainage systems, sweeping facilities, painting structures, and removing debris
• Observe tunnel traffic, carbon monoxide levels, fire risks, and other abnormal situations to maintain safety
• Use clear communication with coworkers and first responders by phone, radio, and in person to maintain awareness
• Patrol high occupancy vehicle lanes, assist motorists, control traffic, and manually operate gates during opening and closing procedures
• Operate towing equipment to move disabled vehicles safely using hydraulic controls, chains, and slings

What This Job Offers

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