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Highway Maintenance Worker 1/ Trainee 1/ Trainee 2 (Region 9 - Otsego)Perm

New York State Civil Service

TBD, NYFull-time$49–59K/yrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$49–59K/yr
Location
TBD, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Class D Driver LicenseClass A Or B Commercial Driver License With No Airbrake RestrictionClass A Or B Commercial Driver License With DOT-Specified EndorsementsTwo NYSDOT Equipment Operation Certifications

Job overview

New York State Civil Service is hiring a Highway Maintenance Worker 1/ Trainee 1/ Trainee 2 (Region 9 - Otsego)Perm. The Highway Maintenance Worker 1/Trainee 1/Trainee 2 performs routine manual tasks requiring medium to heavy physical effort, often in inclement weather. This role involves operating plows during winter operations and responding to emergency callouts within one hour. Individuals will also be expected to obtain specific equipment certifications and may support the department's response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Key focus areas include Respond to emergency callout within 1 hour during inclement weather, Perform routine manual tasks requiring medium to heavy physical effort, and Operate plows during winter operations.

Successful candidates bring Must Be 18+, Pass Physical/Medical Exam, and Pass Drug Test. Important skills include Operate Plows, Operate NYSDOT Large Dump Truck, Heavy Dump Truck Certification, One Person Plowing With Single Or Double Wing, and Front-End Loader.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operate PlowsOperate NYSDOT Large Dump TruckHeavy Dump Truck CertificationOne Person Plowing With Single or Double WingFront-End Loader

Qualifications

Must Be 18 Years OldPass Physical/Medical ExaminationPass Drug TestClass D Driver LicenseClass a or B Commercial Driver License With No Airbrake RestrictionSatisfactory Completion of Highway Maintenance Worker Traineeship 21 Year Experience in Operation of Highway Construction, Maintenance Equipment, or Other Vehicles in Excess of 26,000 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating With Air BrakesClass a or B Commercial Driver License With DOT-Specified EndorsementsTwo NYSDOT Equipment Operation CertificationsValid CDL a or B and Current (Less Than 2 Years Old) CDL Medical Certificate (Form MCSA 5876)

Full job description

NY HELP No

Agency Transportation, Department of

Title Highway Maintenance Worker 1/ Trainee 1/ Trainee 2 (Region 9 - Otsego)Perm

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $48855 to $58743 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Variable

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Otsego

Street Address Region 9 Locations

in Otsego County

City TBD

State NY

Zip Code 0000

Duties Description Individuals selected must be able to respond to emergency callout within 1 hour during inclement weather, including all snow and ice conditions, to be considered for this position. Duties include but are not limited to: Perform routine manual tasks requiring medium to heavy physical effort involving exposure to all kinds of weather conditions. Will be expected to operate plows during winter operations and to obtain the equipment certifications listed above. Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1: Must be 18 years old, pass physical/medical examination and drug test*, and possess a Class D Driver License.Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2: Must be 18 years old, pass physical/medical examination* and drug test; and possess a Class A or B Commercial Driver License with no airbrake restriction. Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to satisfactorily operate a NYSDOT large dump truck within two weeks of appointment. Failure to pass will result in termination. Highway Maintenance Worker 1:Satisfactory completion of the Highway Maintenance Worker Traineeship 2 or one year of experience in the operation of highway construction, maintenance equipment, or other vehicles in excess of 26,000 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating with air brakes and possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver License with DOT-specified endorsements, and two NYSDOT equipment operation certifications, in addition to the following three specific certifications: heavy dump truck, one person plowing with single or double wing, and front-end loader. Within the first two weeks of employment, applicant must satisfactorily complete NYSDOT Heavy Dump Certification or their employment will be terminated.NOTE: All candidates must pass a pre-employment physical/medical examination* and drug test prior to beginning employment. Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from employment.*Candidates who meet both of the following MAY be eligible to bypass the pre-employment physical: A valid CDL A or B AND a current (less than 2 years old) CDL Medical Certificate (form MCSA 5876) that meets specific criteria which will be discussed at the time of interview.

Additional Comments The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1 is $48,855. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $39,855 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2 is $51,058. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $42,058 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker 1 is $53,430. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $44,430 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.__________________________________________________________________DOT is an equal opportunity employer. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply.In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States. Candidates for employment must have proper authorization to work in the United States at the time an offer of employment is made. The Department will not sponsor a nonimmigrant for a temporary employment visa (H-1B or similar), OPT STEM, or for permanent residence. Offers of permanent employment may not be made to nonimmigrants whose employment authorization is limited to a period of practical training (F-1 or similar).

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Attn: Eric Burton

Telephone 607-432-5810

Fax

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street NYS Dept. of Transportation

PO Box 647

City Oneonta

State NY

Zip Code 13820

Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume along with a completed Application of Employment Part 1 (found at https://www.dot.ny.gov/jobs)

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