State of Colorado
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Highway Maintenance Specialist - Arriba
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State of Colorado Department information and job details provided. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. If you have a Colorado Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License and are passionate about safety, travel, and hands-on repair and improvements, consider a career as a Highway Maintenance Specialist. CDOT has a vacancy for a Highway Maintenance Specialist in Arriba, CO. What You Will Do
No two days are the same in CDOT highway maintenance. Your daily work activities change based on project needs, weather, environment, and road conditions. You will be on-call on a rotating basis, and may respond to weather and other emergencies. You typically work in a team environment with a lead highway maintenance specialist and multiple highway maintenance specialists. Plowing snow Operating heavy equipment, such as tandem dump truck, loader, tractor mower, etc. Mowing grass and weeds Removing debris from roadways, including rock, mud, and deceased animals Removing debris from culverts, tunnels, etc. Shoveling gravel, sand, concrete, and asphalt Digging ditches Installing and repairing guardrail, highway markers and signs, warning signs, and lighting Filling potholes and roadway cracks Setting out signs and cones for traffic control Removing and covering graffiti Installing pavement markings/striping Stopping or slowing traffic in emergency situations Maintaining equipment and performing minor repairs Following safety guidance and wearing proper safety equipment Impact
Your work is critical to keeping Colorado’s roadways open and safe, positively impacting quality of life for Coloradans and visitors and supporting the economy. What CDOT Provides
Personal protective equipment, such as uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools Full payment for your CDL physical after your first year with CDOT Partial reimbursement (up to 50%) for your CDL renewal after your first year with CDOT CPR and first-aid training Variety of career training opportunities 40-hour work weeks, with overtime during weather emergencies 4-day work schedule (10-hour days Monday-Thursday) during summer months Opportunities to learn new equipment Opportunities for advancement Your Work Environment
Exposure to loud noise Exposure to fumes, odors, gasses, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes, and skin Required to use appropriate personal protective equipment Required to work with chemicals and cleaning products Some equipment requires respirators Work near traffic, sometimes high-speed traffic Use ladders and scissor lifts for heights of approximately 10’–20’ Required to drive CDOT vehicles Frequently respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and may work overtime including weekends and holidays Must be willing and physically able to work in extreme temperatures, variable weather conditions, and at elevations up to 12,000 feet Minimum Qualifications
Must have at least two (2) years of physical labor and/or heavy equipment operation experience. Preferred Qualifications
Has a strong commitment to working safely Has a desire to learn Wants to work outdoors Likes physically demanding work Takes pride in a job well done Adapts efficiently to changing conditions and priorities Works effectively in a team environment and looks out for team members Communicates effectively, especially in safety-critical situations Has a strong commitment to providing good customer service Likes to solve problems and improve processes Has experience operating equipment such as dump trucks, front end loaders, bulldozers, backhoes Has experience using hand tools Has basic computer skills and can learn new software/equipment State service experience related to the duties of this position Conditions of Employment
Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B with no restrictions on air brakes within Colorado If you have a non-Colorado CDL, you must be eligible to drive in Colorado at time of hire; if relocating from outside Colorado, transfer your CDL within 30 days Must pass pre-employment screening (background checks, education, driving records, etc.) May be required to pass a drug test and a DOT medical examination On-call work (rotating) and shift work Essential Services designation – report without delay to provide essential services May be required to live within 30 minutes of work location New employees undergo two weeks of maintenance training; veterans may have annual training May be required to obtain a Hazardous Materials endorsement within 6 months to 1 year Must be willing to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours, including weekends and holidays Provide supervisor with a reachable telephone number for emergencies Supplemental Information
Application Process and Equal Opportunity
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. All correspondence regarding status will be via email. Ensure your email address is current and check spam folders. Finalist screening may include consumer reports. Appeals process and ADA accommodations information are provided in the original posting. Further details are available on the Colorado.gov recruitment pages.
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Highway Maintenance Specialist - Arriba
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State of Colorado Department information and job details provided. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. If you have a Colorado Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License and are passionate about safety, travel, and hands-on repair and improvements, consider a career as a Highway Maintenance Specialist. CDOT has a vacancy for a Highway Maintenance Specialist in Arriba, CO. What You Will Do
No two days are the same in CDOT highway maintenance. Your daily work activities change based on project needs, weather, environment, and road conditions. You will be on-call on a rotating basis, and may respond to weather and other emergencies. You typically work in a team environment with a lead highway maintenance specialist and multiple highway maintenance specialists. Plowing snow Operating heavy equipment, such as tandem dump truck, loader, tractor mower, etc. Mowing grass and weeds Removing debris from roadways, including rock, mud, and deceased animals Removing debris from culverts, tunnels, etc. Shoveling gravel, sand, concrete, and asphalt Digging ditches Installing and repairing guardrail, highway markers and signs, warning signs, and lighting Filling potholes and roadway cracks Setting out signs and cones for traffic control Removing and covering graffiti Installing pavement markings/striping Stopping or slowing traffic in emergency situations Maintaining equipment and performing minor repairs Following safety guidance and wearing proper safety equipment Impact
Your work is critical to keeping Colorado’s roadways open and safe, positively impacting quality of life for Coloradans and visitors and supporting the economy. What CDOT Provides
Personal protective equipment, such as uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools Full payment for your CDL physical after your first year with CDOT Partial reimbursement (up to 50%) for your CDL renewal after your first year with CDOT CPR and first-aid training Variety of career training opportunities 40-hour work weeks, with overtime during weather emergencies 4-day work schedule (10-hour days Monday-Thursday) during summer months Opportunities to learn new equipment Opportunities for advancement Your Work Environment
Exposure to loud noise Exposure to fumes, odors, gasses, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes, and skin Required to use appropriate personal protective equipment Required to work with chemicals and cleaning products Some equipment requires respirators Work near traffic, sometimes high-speed traffic Use ladders and scissor lifts for heights of approximately 10’–20’ Required to drive CDOT vehicles Frequently respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and may work overtime including weekends and holidays Must be willing and physically able to work in extreme temperatures, variable weather conditions, and at elevations up to 12,000 feet Minimum Qualifications
Must have at least two (2) years of physical labor and/or heavy equipment operation experience. Preferred Qualifications
Has a strong commitment to working safely Has a desire to learn Wants to work outdoors Likes physically demanding work Takes pride in a job well done Adapts efficiently to changing conditions and priorities Works effectively in a team environment and looks out for team members Communicates effectively, especially in safety-critical situations Has a strong commitment to providing good customer service Likes to solve problems and improve processes Has experience operating equipment such as dump trucks, front end loaders, bulldozers, backhoes Has experience using hand tools Has basic computer skills and can learn new software/equipment State service experience related to the duties of this position Conditions of Employment
Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B with no restrictions on air brakes within Colorado If you have a non-Colorado CDL, you must be eligible to drive in Colorado at time of hire; if relocating from outside Colorado, transfer your CDL within 30 days Must pass pre-employment screening (background checks, education, driving records, etc.) May be required to pass a drug test and a DOT medical examination On-call work (rotating) and shift work Essential Services designation – report without delay to provide essential services May be required to live within 30 minutes of work location New employees undergo two weeks of maintenance training; veterans may have annual training May be required to obtain a Hazardous Materials endorsement within 6 months to 1 year Must be willing to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours, including weekends and holidays Provide supervisor with a reachable telephone number for emergencies Supplemental Information
Application Process and Equal Opportunity
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. All correspondence regarding status will be via email. Ensure your email address is current and check spam folders. Finalist screening may include consumer reports. Appeals process and ADA accommodations information are provided in the original posting. Further details are available on the Colorado.gov recruitment pages.
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