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The date on which the vacancy post was submitted.Date Posted 01/13/25
The last date that applications will be accepted.Applications Due12/31/25
This is the unique identifier for this vacancy.Vacancy ID178185
Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyTransportation, Department of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleHighway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1/Trainee 2/Highway Maintenance Worker 1 (R5 South Erie Co) TEMPORARY
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade06
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $42336 to $48294 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Temporary
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 5%
This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 40
Workday
If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? Yes
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No
The county in which the vacancy is located. County Erie
The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 3754 Lakeview Rd.
The city where the vacancy is located. City Hamburg
The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY
The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code14075
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Individuals selected must be able to respond to emergency callout within 1 hour during inclement weather, including all snow and ice conditions, to be considered for this position.
Duties include, but are not limited to: Perform routine manual tasks requiring medium to heavy physical effort involving exposure to all kinds of weather conditions. Will be expected to operate plows during winter operations and to obtain the equipment certifications listed above.
Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the Department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1: Must be 18 years old, pass physical/medical examination and drug test*, and possess a Class D Driver License.
Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2: 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 appointment. Failure to pass will result in termination.
Highway Maintenance Worker 1: 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/medical examination* and drug test prior to beginning employment. 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.
*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.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1 is $51,336. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $42,336 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.
The starting salary for the Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2 is $53,475. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $44,475 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 $55,780. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $46,780 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.
The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons 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.
The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Heather McCourt, Resident Engineer
The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone
The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax
Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address Heather.McCourt@dot.ny.gov
Address
The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 3754 Lakeview Rd.
The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Hamburg
The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY
The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 14075
Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R5-25-05 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than December 31, 2025 to:
New York State Department of Transportation
Heather McCourt
3754 Lakeview Road
Hamburg, NY 14075
E-mail: Heather.McCourt@dot.ny.gov