HIGHWAY & CONSTRUCTION LABORER ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
State of Arizona Enterprise Technology (ASET), Phoenix, AZ, United States
DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
Take a look at how our dedicated and strong highway and road maintenance team keeps us safe on the roads! This could be you!
HIGHWAY & CONSTRUCTION LABORER
( $4,000 Hiring Incentive)
Job Location:
LITTLE ANTELOPE MAINTENANCE
I-17 MP 320.5 (Schnebly Hill Exit)
Munds Park AZ 86017
Salary: $37,838 – $50,848
Hourly: $18.19 – $24.45
Grade: 14–19
Closing Date: April 29th, 2026
Job Summary
This series exists to provide and preserve a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public as well as being courteous, considerate and prompt in dealing with and serving the public. Positions will be assigned based on experience and qualifications listed below.
Job Duties
Highway Operations Worker: $18.19 Grade 14
Highway Operations Worker is the entry level position for the Highway Operations Technician series. The scope of the duties and basic tasks to be learned include operation of motorized vehicles and equipment, pavement care and preservation, landscape care and preservation, roadside shoulder restoration and repairs, signing and striping, delivery of equipment and materials, environmental compliance, vehicle and equipment care.
Highway Operations Tech 1: $20.46/hr Grade 17
Highway Operations Tech 1 is the apprentice classification for the series. Will be trained to perform more advanced duties which include operation of motorized vehicles and equipment, pavement care and preservation, landscape care and preservation, roadside shoulder restoration and repairs, signing and striping, delivery of equipment and materials, environmental compliance, vehicle and equipment care.
Highway Operations Tech 2: $22.45/hr Grade 18
Highway Operations Tech 2 is the entry journey classification for the series. Responsible for performing a broad scope of intermediate level highway operational duties and/or lead responsibilities. Some duties and basic tasks include operation of motorized vehicles and equipment, pavement care and preservation, landscape care and preservation, roadside shoulder restoration and repairs, signing and striping, delivery of equipment and materials, environmental compliance, vehicle and equipment care.
In this series the employee will also take on the duties of scheduling, assigning, and overseeing subordinates work, inspecting work, training, and guiding staff in duties mentioned above for the series.
Highway Operations Tech 3: $24.44/hr Grade 19
Highway Operations Tech 3 is the full journey classification for the series. Responsibility for performing a broad scope of high level highway operation duties and/or supervisor responsibilities. Some duties and basic tasks include operation of motorized vehicles and equipment, pavement care and preservation, landscape care and preservation, roadside shoulder restoration and repairs, signing and striping, delivery of equipment and materials, environmental compliance, vehicle and equipment care.
In this series the employee will also take on the duties of scheduling, assigning, and overseeing subordinates work, inspecting work, training, and guiding staff in duties mentioned above for the series.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Highway Operations Worker
Preferred candidate will have: 6 months of Roadway/Highway job related experience including operating motorized vehicles and heavy‑duty equipment and maintenance, signing/striping of roadways, pavement care and preservation, roadway operations, tunnel maintenance, or landscape care and preservation.
Highway Operations Tech 1
To qualify: 1 year of job related Roadway/Highway experience including operation of motorized vehicles and heavy‑duty equipment and maintenance, signing/striping of roadways, pavement care and preservation, roadway operations, tunnel maintenance, or landscape care and preservation.
Highway Operations Tech 2
To qualify: 2 years of job related Roadway/Highway experience including operation of motorized vehicles and heavy‑duty equipment and maintenance, signing/striping of roadways, pavement care and preservation, roadway operations, tunnel maintenance, or landscape care and preservation.
Highway Operations Tech 3
To qualify: 3 years of job related Roadway/Highway experience including operation of motorized vehicles and heavy‑duty equipment and maintenance, signing/striping of roadways, pavement care and preservation, roadway operations, tunnel maintenance, or landscape care and preservation.
Selective Preference(s)
Highway Operations Worker
Preference of six months experience in related fields.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Highway Operations Worker Requirements:
Employees must obtain their Arizona CDL (Class “A”) permit within 90 days from the date of hire and a Arizona Class “A” Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) is required within 6 months of hire.
Highway Operations Tech 1-3 Requirements
An Arizona Class “A” Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) for a manual or automatic transmission and a (N) tanker endorsement is required prior to the start date. Based on the assigned area additional endorsements may be required.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
All Positions
Registration with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse) is a requirement for all CDL holders. Selected candidates will be required to register and authorize ADOT to conduct limited queries on their CDL for the duration of their employment in order to be considered for this role. Register by visiting https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Register
The position responds to emergency call outs (24 hours a day, seven days a week); must be able to respond to the Maintenance yard within 30 minutes.
Depending on the work location and assignment may encounter extremes of cold and heat, considerable time away from home base, rugged terrain, and high speed traffic conditions.
This position requires one to lift/carry – push/pull 50 lbs.
May require licensing through the State Board of Pesticide Control to dispense herbicides/pesticides.
Benefits
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long‑term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short‑term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Employee Referral Program
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive if all criteria are met.
Retirement
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
Contact Us
Email: srecruitment@azdot.gov
Phone: (602) 712-7279
Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Certain criteria must be met in order to receive the hiring incentive pay‑out.
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Take a look at how our dedicated and strong highway and road maintenance team keeps us safe on the roads! This could be you!
HIGHWAY & CONSTRUCTION LABORER
( $4,000 Hiring Incentive)
Job Location:
LITTLE ANTELOPE MAINTENANCE
I-17 MP 320.5 (Schnebly Hill Exit)
Munds Park AZ 86017
Salary: $37,838 – $50,848
Hourly: $18.19 – $24.45
Grade: 14–19
Closing Date: April 29th, 2026
Job Summary
This series exists to provide and preserve a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public as well as being courteous, considerate and prompt in dealing with and serving the public. Positions will be assigned based on experience and qualifications listed below.
Job Duties
Highway Operations Worker: $18.19 Grade 14
Highway Operations Worker is the entry level position for the Highway Operations Technician series. The scope of the duties and basic tasks to be learned include operation of motorized vehicles and equipment, pavement care and preservation, landscape care and preservation, roadside shoulder restoration and repairs, signing and striping, delivery of equipment and materials, environmental compliance, vehicle and equipment care.
Highway Operations Tech 1: $20.46/hr Grade 17
Highway Operations Tech 1 is the apprentice classification for the series. Will be trained to perform more advanced duties which include operation of motorized vehicles and equipment, pavement care and preservation, landscape care and preservation, roadside shoulder restoration and repairs, signing and striping, delivery of equipment and materials, environmental compliance, vehicle and equipment care.
Highway Operations Tech 2: $22.45/hr Grade 18
Highway Operations Tech 2 is the entry journey classification for the series. Responsible for performing a broad scope of intermediate level highway operational duties and/or lead responsibilities. Some duties and basic tasks include operation of motorized vehicles and equipment, pavement care and preservation, landscape care and preservation, roadside shoulder restoration and repairs, signing and striping, delivery of equipment and materials, environmental compliance, vehicle and equipment care.
In this series the employee will also take on the duties of scheduling, assigning, and overseeing subordinates work, inspecting work, training, and guiding staff in duties mentioned above for the series.
Highway Operations Tech 3: $24.44/hr Grade 19
Highway Operations Tech 3 is the full journey classification for the series. Responsibility for performing a broad scope of high level highway operation duties and/or supervisor responsibilities. Some duties and basic tasks include operation of motorized vehicles and equipment, pavement care and preservation, landscape care and preservation, roadside shoulder restoration and repairs, signing and striping, delivery of equipment and materials, environmental compliance, vehicle and equipment care.
In this series the employee will also take on the duties of scheduling, assigning, and overseeing subordinates work, inspecting work, training, and guiding staff in duties mentioned above for the series.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Highway Operations Worker
Preferred candidate will have: 6 months of Roadway/Highway job related experience including operating motorized vehicles and heavy‑duty equipment and maintenance, signing/striping of roadways, pavement care and preservation, roadway operations, tunnel maintenance, or landscape care and preservation.
Highway Operations Tech 1
To qualify: 1 year of job related Roadway/Highway experience including operation of motorized vehicles and heavy‑duty equipment and maintenance, signing/striping of roadways, pavement care and preservation, roadway operations, tunnel maintenance, or landscape care and preservation.
Highway Operations Tech 2
To qualify: 2 years of job related Roadway/Highway experience including operation of motorized vehicles and heavy‑duty equipment and maintenance, signing/striping of roadways, pavement care and preservation, roadway operations, tunnel maintenance, or landscape care and preservation.
Highway Operations Tech 3
To qualify: 3 years of job related Roadway/Highway experience including operation of motorized vehicles and heavy‑duty equipment and maintenance, signing/striping of roadways, pavement care and preservation, roadway operations, tunnel maintenance, or landscape care and preservation.
Selective Preference(s)
Highway Operations Worker
Preference of six months experience in related fields.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Highway Operations Worker Requirements:
Employees must obtain their Arizona CDL (Class “A”) permit within 90 days from the date of hire and a Arizona Class “A” Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) is required within 6 months of hire.
Highway Operations Tech 1-3 Requirements
An Arizona Class “A” Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) for a manual or automatic transmission and a (N) tanker endorsement is required prior to the start date. Based on the assigned area additional endorsements may be required.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
All Positions
Registration with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse) is a requirement for all CDL holders. Selected candidates will be required to register and authorize ADOT to conduct limited queries on their CDL for the duration of their employment in order to be considered for this role. Register by visiting https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Register
The position responds to emergency call outs (24 hours a day, seven days a week); must be able to respond to the Maintenance yard within 30 minutes.
Depending on the work location and assignment may encounter extremes of cold and heat, considerable time away from home base, rugged terrain, and high speed traffic conditions.
This position requires one to lift/carry – push/pull 50 lbs.
May require licensing through the State Board of Pesticide Control to dispense herbicides/pesticides.
Benefits
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long‑term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short‑term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Employee Referral Program
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive if all criteria are met.
Retirement
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
Contact Us
Email: srecruitment@azdot.gov
Phone: (602) 712-7279
Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Certain criteria must be met in order to receive the hiring incentive pay‑out.
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