HIGHWAY MAINTAINER III
State of New Hampshire, Manchester, NH, United States
State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Transportation
Bureau of Highway Maintenance – Turnpikes
21 Nimble Hill Road / Newington, NH
HIGHWAY MAINTAINER III
Position #18422
Pay: $17.81 per hour – $23.39 per hour
See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
Position is offered as
Trainee Status
at $17.19 per hour. Trainee status holders must meet the minimum education/experience qualifications within one year of hire.
SUMMARY
Performs skilled year‑round highway maintenance activities involving the operation and servicing of complex heavy equipment and machinery used for highway maintenance, construction activities, and emergency traffic services. Supervises and reviews the work of entry‑level personnel and small work crews performing tasks or projects for the NH State Highway System.
QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalent combination of 1 year of education and experience after completion of high school.
Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A (CDL‑A) with appropriate tank endorsement.
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) meets Department of Transportation minimum standards.
Employment in the state requires a Commercial Driver’s License medical card, unless already employed by the State of New Hampshire.
Negative result on a pre‑employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with federal regulations.
Ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.
Possession of a telephone or acceptable means of communication and be available 24 hours per day.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in the operation of motorized highway equipment.
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B (CDL‑B) with ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License, Class A (CDL‑A) with appropriate endorsements within one year of hire.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate and troubleshoot complex highway maintenance/construction equipment and vehicle components used in constructing and maintaining the State Highway System, including snow and ice removal, flood mitigation, and seasonal road surface treatments.
Maintain assigned equipment and perform necessary field adjustments, emergency repairs, and troubleshooting to keep equipment serviceable.
Observe winter storm road conditions and independently determine appropriate action for plowing and applying abrasives or chemicals, while providing training and supervision to entry‑level personnel.
Supervise, train and review the work of small crews, entry‑level workers, and contractors to ensure safety and environmental practices align with Department policy.
Respond immediately to winter maintenance or traffic emergency activities on a 24‑hour/day basis throughout the year.
Perform routine highway and road maintenance activities under adverse conditions, including exposure to high‑speed traffic, hazardous materials, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and disaster situations.
Traverse varying terrain and perform tasks that involve heavy physical labor such as drainage construction, building and equipment maintenance/repair.
BENEFITS
The State of NH total compensation package includes:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits.
Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families.
Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
State‑defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan.
Paid holidays and generous leave plan.
State‑paid life insurance of $50,000 plus additional low‑cost group life insurance.
Incentive‑based Wellness Program with up to $500 earnings.
For more details on benefits, see https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx and https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf.
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
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Department of Transportation
Bureau of Highway Maintenance – Turnpikes
21 Nimble Hill Road / Newington, NH
HIGHWAY MAINTAINER III
Position #18422
Pay: $17.81 per hour – $23.39 per hour
See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
Position is offered as
Trainee Status
at $17.19 per hour. Trainee status holders must meet the minimum education/experience qualifications within one year of hire.
SUMMARY
Performs skilled year‑round highway maintenance activities involving the operation and servicing of complex heavy equipment and machinery used for highway maintenance, construction activities, and emergency traffic services. Supervises and reviews the work of entry‑level personnel and small work crews performing tasks or projects for the NH State Highway System.
QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalent combination of 1 year of education and experience after completion of high school.
Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A (CDL‑A) with appropriate tank endorsement.
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) meets Department of Transportation minimum standards.
Employment in the state requires a Commercial Driver’s License medical card, unless already employed by the State of New Hampshire.
Negative result on a pre‑employment urinalysis drug screen in accordance with federal regulations.
Ability to lift/carry material weighing up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.
Possession of a telephone or acceptable means of communication and be available 24 hours per day.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in the operation of motorized highway equipment.
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B (CDL‑B) with ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License, Class A (CDL‑A) with appropriate endorsements within one year of hire.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate and troubleshoot complex highway maintenance/construction equipment and vehicle components used in constructing and maintaining the State Highway System, including snow and ice removal, flood mitigation, and seasonal road surface treatments.
Maintain assigned equipment and perform necessary field adjustments, emergency repairs, and troubleshooting to keep equipment serviceable.
Observe winter storm road conditions and independently determine appropriate action for plowing and applying abrasives or chemicals, while providing training and supervision to entry‑level personnel.
Supervise, train and review the work of small crews, entry‑level workers, and contractors to ensure safety and environmental practices align with Department policy.
Respond immediately to winter maintenance or traffic emergency activities on a 24‑hour/day basis throughout the year.
Perform routine highway and road maintenance activities under adverse conditions, including exposure to high‑speed traffic, hazardous materials, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and disaster situations.
Traverse varying terrain and perform tasks that involve heavy physical labor such as drainage construction, building and equipment maintenance/repair.
BENEFITS
The State of NH total compensation package includes:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits.
Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families.
Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
State‑defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan.
Paid holidays and generous leave plan.
State‑paid life insurance of $50,000 plus additional low‑cost group life insurance.
Incentive‑based Wellness Program with up to $500 earnings.
For more details on benefits, see https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx and https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf.
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
#J-18808-Ljbffr