Associate Highway Maint Worker; DOT​/D6

Overview

This position operates light to medium equipment in a safe and efficient manner to maintain highways and roadways for the safety of the traveling public. This position is with the Fence Lake Patrol Yard.

By operating various types of light- to medium-duty equipment, maintaining highways and roadways throughout the District.

Traveling public and pedestrians.

• Operating light to medium-duty equipment.
• Guardrail/fence repair.
• Performing snow removal operations on roadways.

Must possess a valid driver's license and a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) (or equivalent licenses from another state) within one (1) year of hire.

This position is designated a safety sensitive position within the meaning of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 and must abide by all provisions of the Federal Omnibus Transportation Testing Act.

Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Employment requires successful completion of a post-offer physical and pre-employment drug test; employment is conditional pending results.

Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), within six (6) months of hire. Tanker endorsement may be required. Business reference checks and driver's license verification are also required, and employment is conditional pending results. Must successfully pass demonstrated abilities test with a 65% or better.

Work is performed primarily in the field in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, wind, rain and snow. May include exposure to sunlight, dust, pollen, chemicals, rough/rugged terrain, insects and reptiles, noxious plants and infected trash; moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, toxic fumes/chemicals and/or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals and/or asphalt and petroleum products; temperatures up to 150 degrees around oil distributor operations.

High speed/high volume traffic and loud noises; falls and bruises; considerable physical strain; standing for extended periods of time doing traffic control or walking long distances for litter control; hand dexterity required for some duties; vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus; some climbing, reaching, kneeling and crawling; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

May be required to work irregular hours and be available for weather-related call-outs (including snow removal) on short notice; willingness to accept changes in geographical assignments; frequent statewide travel. Must be able to respond to emergency call-outs on short notice.

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Agency Contact Information:
Mati Leake  Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.