Maintenance Aide

Posting closes on 7/27/2026

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for operating a single axle truck and/or operating a tractor with a mowing apparatus, and performing various road maintenance functions.

Description

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for operating a single axle truck and/or operating a tractor with a mowing apparatus, and performing various road maintenance functions.

The following examples illustrate types of work performed. The Department may require employees to perform functions beyond those listed. The Department may modify job descriptions as needed. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an "at will" employer.

• Maintain control of grass and weeds by mowing using large tractors and gang mowers frequently.
• Perform landscape maintenance and tree cutting on the highway right-of-ways and at facilities using industrial weed-eaters, brush hooks, chainsaws, pole saws, limb saws, and other small power equipment frequently.
• Operate single-axle dump truck hauling highway construction or maintenance materials frequently.
• Use power equipment and small hand tools (such as shovels and rakes) to make repairs to highways frequently.
• Load, unload, and stack bags of salt, sand, cement, chemicals, etc. frequently.
• Pick up litter (including large tires, dead animals, garbage, etc.) frequently.
• Flag traffic frequently.
• Assist crew members in setting up, moving, and taking down signs and cones for work zones.
• Respond to emergencies 24/7 (such as natural disasters, severe weather, traffic accidents) occasionally.
• Work during ice and snow removal operations occasionally.

• Perform regular servicing and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment occasionally.

• Education and Experience
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  Ability to read, write and speak English to converse with the public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, and make entries on reports. Experience operating a truck, tractor, or heavy equipment preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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  Ability to learn local street and highway names/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 use simple hand tools and small power equipment.
• Physical Requirements
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  Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, climb hills, enter/exit vehicles and equipment, and lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Working Conditions
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  Perform duties in all weather as well as noise, dust, and fumes.
• Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications
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  Valid driver’s license required. Applicants must pass the written portion of the Class A CDL with tanker (N) endorsement within 90 days and the driving portion within 180 days. Failure to meet these deadlines may result in demotion or termination. Successful applicants must meet physical and mental requirements for a CDL. A pre‑employment drug/alcohol test will be conducted; required for general applicants unless already in a safety‑sensitive position.
• Applicants must also meet all other departmental drug and alcohol testing requirements.

This position does not require specialized knowledge or a bachelor's degree and is not eligible for H‑1B visa sponsorship.