Job Description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Traffic

18 Smokey Bear Boulevard / Concord, NH

Highway Maintainer I/II

Position #21071

Highway Maintainer I - $14.40/hour - $18.46/hour

Highway Maintainer II - $15.93/hour - $20.80/hour

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

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NHDOT Recruitment Brochure

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Traffic, has a full-time vacancy for a Highway Maintainer I/II.

SUMMARY

:

Highway Maintainer I:

Assists in performing year-round highway maintenance activities and projects involving operation of vehicles, trucks, manual and specialty labor skills in the operation of hand tools, power tools and motorized equipment used for highway maintenance, construction activities, and for emergency traffic services for the NH State Highway System.

Highway Maintainer II:

Performs year-round highway maintenance activities involving the operation and maintenance of traffic control devices, mainly in the area of signing and pavement marking and emergency traffic services for the NH State Highway System.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

HIGHWAY MAINTAINER I:

Education

: 8

th

grade education

License/Certification

: Valid driver's license

Other Requirements

:

1.

Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the Department of Transportation.

2.

Offers of employment are conditional upon the individual obtaining a Commercial Driver's License medical card unless the candidate is currently employed by the State of New Hampshire (if CDL is required after hire).

3.

Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirements.

4.

Must be able to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.

5.

Must have a telephone or acceptable means of communication and be available 24 hours per day.

Trainee Option

: Not applicable

Preferred Qualifications

: Experience in a field related to highway maintenance.

After-Hire Requirements:

Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL-B) with appropriate endorsements within 1 year of hire.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

HIGHWAY MAINTAINER II:

Education

: High school diploma or high school equivalent credential.

License/Certification:

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL-B) with appropriate endorsements.

Other Requirements:

1.

Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the Division of Transportation.

2.

Offers of employment are conditional upon the individual obtaining a Commercial Driver's License medical card unless the candidate is currently employed by the State of New Hampshire (if CDL is required after hire).

3.

Must receive a negative result on a pre-employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations and US DOT requirement.

4.

Must be able to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.

5.

Must have a telephone or acceptable means of communication and be available 24 hours per day.

Trainee Option:

Not applicable

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the operation of light motor driven equipment.

After-Hire Requirements:

None

Must be able to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES

:

Highway Maintainer I:

Operates trucks and services and performs field adjustments to vehicles, power tools, and mechanized equipment used in the maintenance and construction of facilities and of the State Highway System.

Maintains hand and power tools to ensure readiness and proper operation; repairs and troubleshoots issues as necessary.

Monitors the application of highway materials to ensure highway safety and efficiency of use.

Performs traffic control operations by directing the travelling public including flagging and erecting traffic control signs. Places traffic control devices on roadways/construction sites and performs traffic control activities to ensure work zone safety.

Performs routine highway maintenance activities under adverse conditions with exposure to high-speed traffic, hazardous materials, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and disaster situations to ensure the safety of the traveling public.

Traverses varying terrain and performs tasks that involve heavy physical labor such as drainage construction, building and equipment maintenance/ repair; this includes the ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

Must respond immediately in performing winter maintenance and/or other traffic emergency activities as needed on a 24-hour per day basis, throughout the entire year.

Performs and oversees work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders.

Highway Maintainer II:

Operates 2 axle commercial trucks and related highway equipment to provide all season safe conditions on assigned highways. Is responsible for the maintenance and limited repair of highway equipment in accordance with Department policies and industry standards.

Performs routine highway and roads maintenance activities related to pavement marking and highway signage under adverse conditions with exposure to high-speed traffic, hazardous materials, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and during disaster situations, to ensure the safety of the traveling public.

Traverses varying terrain and performs tasks that involve heavy physical labor such as maintenance and installation of signage, equipment maintenance/ repair; this includes the ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

Erects proper traffic control signs and devises to protect a work zone and to adequately warn the traveling public of any road or safety concerns; directs traffic as necessary.

Supervises small work crews that perform the same routine highway pavement marking and signage maintenance functions; provides on-the-job training to entry-level members of crew in areas of maintenance, work methods, safety and environmental practices while performing similar work. Reports any observed, safety, and/or environmental hazards and violations to supervisory personnel.

Must respond immediately in performing traffic emergency activities as needed on a 24-hour per day basis, throughout the entire year.

Performs and oversees work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders.

DISCLAIMERS:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact James Roberg, at (603)-271-8025 or at James.G.Roberg@dot.nh.gov

For further information please contact Lee Baronas at (603) 271-1680 or at Bureau54@dot.nh.gov .

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

*Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964