Roadside Maintenance Worker

Job description

Perform roadside landscaping work, clear brush and remove litter and debris from roadside areas. Mechanical and hand mowing of roadside vegetation including right-of-way mowing along urban and rural sections of interstate and other highway system roads. Mow on highway medians, interchange infield areas, and other roadside areas; mow around signs, guardrails, delineators, mailboxes, bridges, and intersections. Mechanical mowing includes tractor mowing with sickle bars, rotary mowers, flail mowers, zero-turn mowers and guardrail mowers. Use hand mower and line trimmer. Place signs and cones around work areas for traffic control. Service equipment; grease, sharpen blades, etc. May drive company truck to transport crews and equipment to work sites.

The employer will offer 40 hours of work per week. Normal schedule Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm. Shift includes 30 minutes unpaid break time. Work on Saturdays may be required as necessary. Work days, hours, and shift time may vary depending on weather conditions.

Employer may increase wage based on experience, market conditions, and/or provide additional pay for performance and tenure. Overtime is available and may be required as necessary. An overtime premium will be paid when required by Federal, State, or local law, including at time-and-a-half after 40 hours in a workweek. Generally, when overtime is available it will be paid at $30.03 per hour.

Special Requirements

Must have or be willing/able to obtain a driver's license.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to operate a weedeater.
Familiarity with tractor mowing equipment preferred.
Must be willing and able to work overtime as needed, including on Saturdays.
Applicant must complete an employment application.