Review Vacancy
AgencyTransportation, Department of
TitleHighway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2/Highway Maintenance Worker 1 (Region 4)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $53818 to $56190 Annually
Duties Description The successful candidate will become a member of the Regional Pavement Marking Crew and be subject to the seniority rules associated with an assignment to a Regional Crew. As a member of this crew, you will work throughout Region 4 re-establishing pavement markings, grinding pavement markings, completing Traffic work request, using Pavement Marking Equipment Tools. Perform daily pre/post-op of Department Equipment. Assist with repairs of paint striping equipment to include preventive maintenance and winter overhaul. There may be some overtime associated with Pavement Marking Tasks during the summer months. Candidate will be assigned to a Residency for winter snow and ice activity based on the Regional Bidding/seniority process.
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 Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2, NS:
Non-Competitive: Must be 18 years old, pass physical/medical examination* and drug test; and possess a Class A or B Commercial Driver License with no airbrake restriction. Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to satisfactorily operate a NYSDOT large dump truck within two weeks of being hired. Failure to pass will result in termination.
Highway Maintenance Worker 1, SG-08:
Non-Competitive: Satisfactory completion of the Highway Maintenance Worker Traineeship 2 or one year of experience in the operation of highway construction, maintenance equipment or other vehicles in excess of 26,000 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating with air brakes and possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver License with DOT-specified endorsements, and two NYSDOT equipment operation certifications, in addition to the following three specific certifications: heavy dump truck, one person plowing with single or double wing, and front-end loader. Within the first two weeks of employment, applicant must satisfactorily complete NYSDOT Heavy Dump Certification, or their employment will be terminated.
Note: All Candidates must pass a pre-employment physical/medica examination and drug test prior to beginning employment.
*Candidates who meet both of the following MAY be eligible to bypass the pre-employment physical: A valid CDL A or B AND a current (less than 2 years old) CDL Medical Certificate (form MCSA 5876) that meets specific criteria which will be discussed at the time of interview.
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.
Additional Comments
The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2 is $53,818. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $44,818 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.
The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker 1 is $56,190. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $47,190 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
The salary range listed reflects the full range for this graded position. For new State employees appointed into graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts. For more salary information please visit https://oer.ny.gov/salary-schedules
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Email Address dot.sm.r04.personnelDOTjobs@dot.ny.gov
Address
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a current resume, letter of interest and a completed NYS Dept. of Transportation Application for Employment (S1000 Part 1) with Notice Number R04-26-54 included in the subject line and referenced in the cover letter to:
Jennifer L. Feeney
Administrative Services Director
New York State Department of Transportation- Region 4
1530 Jefferson Rd.
Rochester, NY 14623
585-272-3426 (fax)
dot.sm.r04.personnelDOTjobs@dot.ny.gov
***PLEASE INCLUDE R04-26-54 IN SUBJECT LINE***
Applications and resumes must be received or postmarked no later than October 23, 2026.
Applications for employment may be found at the following web address:
https://www.ny.gov/sites/default/files/2023-03/Application_for_Employment_Part_1.pdf