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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 07/29/26

Applications Due08/13/26

Vacancy ID220826

NY HELPNo

AgencyTransportation, Department of

TitleHighway Maintenance Worker 2-Region 7

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade10

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $54081 to $64322 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Lewis

Street Address 5527 Bostwick Street

City Lowville

StateNY

Zip Code13367

Duties Description The incumbent will be required to perform all duties listed in the Highway Maintenance Worker 2 job duties description as described in the Highway Maintenance Worker Series Manual that include but are not limited to: being a member of a work crew; operating heavier and more complex self-propelled equipment in Category Two and higher categories; providing on-the-job training to other maintenance workers in the operation of highway construction and maintenance equipment; providing direction to highway maintenance crews as lead worker when needed; and directing the performance of specific tasks as assigned by a Highway Maintenance Supervisor. When acting as a lead worker, they will make assignments, provide instructions, oversee and assist work, and keep appropriate records. In addition, Highway Maintenance Worker 2 may be required to supervise a snow & ice location.

- Must respond to emergency call-outs within an hour during inclement weather, including snow and ice conditions, to be considered for the position.

Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications Must have at least one year of satisfactory experience as a Highway Maintenance Worker 1 and possess NYS DOT certification to operate at least two additional types of Category 2 equipment and at least two types of Category 3 equipment, (minimum of 9 certifications total).

Note: higher category certifications may be used in place of lower category certifications.

Additional Comments **Additional Salary Information
Highway Maintenance Worker 2: The salary for this position is $54,081 - $64,322. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $45,081 - $55,322 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.

Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from employment.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled personas and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.

In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Kristen Lane, HRS Tr2

Telephone

Fax

Email Address R7-HR-Postings@dot.ny.gov

Address

Street 317 Washington Street, 9th Floor

City Watertown

State NY

Zip Code 13601

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R7-26-40 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than 08/13/26

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