Incumbents are required to be available for considerable overtime during periods of heavy snowfall, or other emergency situations. Employees may be required to report to work outside of their work schedule and must be reachable by phone. Employees must be able to use tools and lift materials commonly used in routine maintenance work. Normal dangers associated with work on or near heavy equipment, hazardous materials, and debris from roadside litter are present. May be exposed to blood and airborne pathogens.
Hazards are always present when working on roads with moving traffic.
Incumbents may be required to work in high places. Participation in a random drug and alcohol-testing program is required. Overtime work is required, particularly during the winter months, and is considered a condition of employment. Five years of highway maintenance or construction experience, with at least one year as a crew leader or some type of supervisory experience and one season of operating a snowplow with wing. Two years of experience as an AOT Senior Maintenance Worker.