Highway Maintenance Worker
Cincinnati, OH
Highway Maintenance Worker (4598-50) Multiple Positions Deadline to Apply: November 10, 2025 Work Hours: 40 hours/week Pay Range: $20.28-$27.18 hourly The Office of the County Engineer provides a variety of important services to the traveling public. These are largely funded by the purchase of license plates and by gasoline taxes. There are 423 bridges and over 500 miles of public right of way - all the responsibility of the County Engineer. These responsibilities include design, construction, inspection, maintenance, and study which result in safety improvements or regulations in compliance with State law.
Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package and Generous Paid Time Off:
11 Paid Holidays, Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time, and Earned Personal Days.
Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option. Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, the Highway Maintenance Worker performs general highway maintenance duties, repairs and installs guardrails, cuts shrubs and trees, mows grass, removes refuse and trash, assists in snow and ice removal activities, operates center-line machine and various other equipment, fabricates, installs, maintains and repairs road signs, operates tractor mower, performs routine maintenance and repair on trucks.
QUALIFICATIONS: An example of acceptable qualifications:
Completion of secondary education or equivalent (high school diploma or GED) and one (1) year work experience in road construction, erecting, installing and repairing roadway markings and signs and/or in the painting of traffic control lines and pavement traffic messages, maintenance or repair or vehicle and/or equipment maintenance and repair; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid state of residency driver's license. Must remain insurable under the County's vehicle insurance policy. Must have or be able to obtain within the first ninety (90) calendar days of appointment, a valid Class A - Commercial Driver's License issued by the state of residency.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Cell phones and/or two-way radios; computer, copier, fax, telephone, scanner, and other standard modern/business office equipment; motor vehicles, front and rear loading trucks, ; side-loading trucks, tractor-trailer trucks, dump trucks, , asphalt paver, street sweeper, Jet/Vac truck, generators, air compressors, shoring equipment, concrete mixer, snow plow, fork lift, and other light and heavy motorized vehicles and equipment; measuring wheels for distance, paint mixers, paint guns, ; power drills, grinders and sanders, jack hammer; gas welding or brazing or cutting apparatus, Tungsten inert gas welding machine or other welding torches; weed eater, mower, pumps, paint sprayer, chain saw, circular saw, shovels, rakes, pliers, wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, chisels and other miscellaneous power and hand tools.
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:
Employee ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; works in an area in which the means of egress is or can be obstructed; has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and/or poorly ventilated work areas; is exposed to possible injury from hazardous gases, chemicals, flammables, air contaminants, hazardous waste, unclean or unsanitary conditions, electrical shock; exposed to possibly injury as a result of working with moving mechanical parts of equipment or machines; works in or around crowds; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons or vicious animals or life threatening situations; has exposure to fire, hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; exposure to hazardous driving conditions; works second or third shift; exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently; occasionally lifts objects 50 pounds or less; occasionally carries objects 50 pounds or less; occasionally pushes objects 50 pounds or less; occasionally pulls objects 50 pounds or less.
Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium work.
In cases of emergency, unpredictable situations, and/or department needs, may be required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects heavier than D.O.L. strength ratings recommend.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
* Performs general highway maintenance duties (e.g., cuts brush, shrubs and trees; mows grass; removes refuse and trash; \
* Patches and seals roadways and repairs berms;
* Repairs and installs guardrails, barricades, walls, inlets, headwalls, manholes, etc.;
* Digs ditches and installs culverts, pipes, guardrails, etc.);
* Operates various equipment (e.g., intersection truck, hand paint machine, etc.);
* Flags on-going traffic at construction sites; installs barricades/signs as directed;
* Assists in snow and ice removal activities, loads truck with front end loader, drives dump truck (including tandem axle) to spread salt or plow snow; ;
* Operates 2-way radio;
* Performs routine maintenance and repair on trucks;
* Performs seasonal maintenance and repairs on pavement marking equipment during winter months;
* Repairs and installs road signs;
* Drives pick-up truck;
* Operates light and handheld equipment (e.g., chain saw, air compressor, shovels, picks, jackhammer, etc.);
* Manufactures and repairs signs (i.e., use computers to design traffic signs following ODOT standards; fabricates signs using pressure roller; operates small roller; uses necessary hand tools.
* Completes routine forms recording man-hours, materials, equipment, etc. used on projects; keeps stockroom books, answers telephone, maintains district logs; completes foreman's report documenting work performed;
* Attends meetings and serves on committees, as directed;
* Attends training and seminars, as directed.
* Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions;
* Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance;
* Due to the nature of the job, when scheduled for on-call assignment, the Highway Maintenance Worker must be available to return to work after normal work hours or on weekends and/or holidays when called to do so.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: (developed after employment)
Knowledge of:
* County and departmental goals and objectives;
* County and departmental policies and procedures;
* Two-way radio operation;
* Road construction, maintenance, and repair; proper lifting techniques;
* Snow and ice removal;
* English grammar and spelling;
* Office practices and procedures.
Skill in:
* Typing; data entry;
* Word processing; computer operation; computer programs (e.g., Microsoft Office);
* Use and operation of medium and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment; heavy and medium duty equipment maintenance and repair;
* Traffic sign fabrication, installation; maintenance and repair; use of bench and hand tools;
* Snowplow operations;
Ability to:
* Carry out detailed but basic written and oral instructions;
* Recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action;
* Copy records precisely without error; complete routine forms;
* Communicate effectively;
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships;
* Perform heavy manual labor;
* Travel to and gain access to the worksite.
Highway Maintenance Worker 1 (HMW 1) or Highway Technician 1 (HT 1), Northwood Outpost, PN 20051770
Ohio
Highway Maintenance Worker 1 (HMW 1) or Highway Technician 1 (HT 1), Northwood Outpost, PN 20051770 (250008ID) Organization: Transportation - District 02Agency Contact Name and Information: ********************** Unposting Date: OngoingWork Location: District 2 Garage - Northwood 200 Lemoyne Road Northwood 43619Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Wood County Compensation: HMW 1 $20.85 or HT 1 $21.64Schedule: Full-time Work Hours: 7:00AM-3:30PM (May vary) Classified Indicator: ClassifiedUnion: OCSEA Primary Job Skill: Highway MaintenanceTechnical Skills: CDL, Highway Maintenance, TransportationProfessional Skills: Active Learning, Flexibility, Listening, Teamwork Agency OverviewJob Duties Permanent Highway Maintenance Worker 1 (HMW1) or Highway Technician 1 (HT1), PN 20051770The selected candidate will be placed in the classification in which they meet minimum qualifications.What You Will Do:· You will serve the public and work to make the roads in Ohio safer.· You will attend training to obtain CDL licensure; if not already a licensed CDL holder.· You will perform highway maintenance activities; including flagging, pothole patching, repairing guardrails, litter pickup, mowing.· You will perform snow & ice operations. Benefits to you: · Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.· Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.· Receive 11 paid holidays per year.· Receive regular pay increases; 1st increase after 4 months.· Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.· Experience growth opportunities within organization.· Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.· Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.For a list of all the State of Ohio benefits, please visit the Total Rewards website!Why Work for the State of OhioAt the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.QualificationsHighway Maintenance Worker 1:Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary. Must obtain Class B Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement without airbrake restriction Highway Technician 1:Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & decimals, percentages & fractions; ability to read, write & speak common English vocabulary; 3 months training or 3 months experience in operation of basic equipment. Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement without airbrake restriction.Job Skills: Highway Maintenance Supplemental InformationThis position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards.All bargaining unit new hires must serve a one (1) year probationary period.Position will be filled pursuant to the provision of the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract.The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment. This position is also subject to federal testing regulations pursuant to 49 CFR Part 40 (Federal Drug and Alcohol Regulations) and 49 CFR Part 382 (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) which prohibits the use of marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.In accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations 382.703, selected applicants for this position are required to register as a driver in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse at the following link: ******************************************** This position could start as a night position.ADA StatementOhio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.Drug-Free WorkplaceThe State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
Auto-ApplyHighway Worker II
Ravenna, OH
The Portage County Engineer is accepting applications from persons interested in the full-time position of
Highway Worker II.
The selected candidate will operate medium to heavy duty dump trucks and a variety of light and medium motorized equipment to assist with the maintenance, construction and repair of county roads, bridges, and culverts; performs other duties as required.
JOB OBJECTIVES: Incumbent is responsible for assisting with the maintenance, construction and repair of County roads, bridges, and culverts using various pieces of medium to heavy duty motorized equipment. Under general direction of General Superintendent and general supervision of Road Crew Foreman and/or Crew Leader.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Operating trucks and various pieces of motorized equipment;
Performing manual labor tasks, such as patching roads, filling potholes, sealing pavement, cutting brush and trees, mixing and pouring concrete, cleaning culverts, etc.;
Loading and unloading trucks;
Flagging traffic at job sites;
Performing general maintenance and repair of work areas, facilities, equipment and vehicles.
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs related Essential and Non-Essential functions as needed.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Equipment: Ability to use the following equipment: medium to heavy duty dump trucks, single axle and tandem dump trucks with equipment attachments, tractor broom, tractor mower, tractor post hole digger, patch roller, rubber tired roller, material loader, sewer jet, etc.
Critical Skills/Expertise:
Ability to operate a variety of medium to heavy motorized equipment;
Knowledge of County highway and bridge construction and road repair methods;
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, departmental policies and procedures, safety procedures, etc.;
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement;
Knowledge of County highway system;
Ability to work at other than regular hours and upon short notice.
RESPONSIBILITY
Work consists of routine tasks, following established procedures. Supervisor provides general supervision in following established practices and clear-cut policies. Errors in work may cause delays in work or losses in expenditures for materials and/or equipment or unjustified work time.
PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Requirements: Incumbent performs heavy work which may require lifting more than fifty (50) pounds frequently.
Physical Activity: Incumbent performs the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, stooping, reaching, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Visual Activity: Incumbent performs work in which operating trucks and other light and medium equipment is required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbent works outside, and is exposed to temperatures that range from below 32 degrees to above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Incumbent is frequently exposed to noise, vibrations, atmospheric conditions and various other hazards.
Highway Maintenance Worker
Cincinnati, OH
Highway Maintenance Worker (4598-50) Multiple Positions Deadline to Apply: November 10, 2025 Work Location: Various County Locations Work Hours: 40 hours/week Pay Range: $20.28-$27.18 hourly The Office of the County Engineer provides a variety of important services to the traveling public. These are largely funded by the purchase of license plates and by gasoline taxes. There are 423 bridges and over 500 miles of public right of way - all the responsibility of the County Engineer. These responsibilities include design, construction, inspection, maintenance, and study which result in safety improvements or regulations in compliance with State law. Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package and Generous Paid Time Off: 11 Paid Holidays, Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time, and Earned Personal Days.
Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option. Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More! GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, the Highway Maintenance Worker performs general highway maintenance duties, repairs and installs guardrails, cuts shrubs and trees, mows grass, removes refuse and trash, assists in snow and ice removal activities, operates center-line machine and various other equipment, fabricates, installs, maintains and repairs road signs, operates tractor mower, performs routine maintenance and repair on trucks.
QUALIFICATIONS: An example of acceptable qualifications:
Completion of secondary education or equivalent (high school diploma or GED) and one (1) year work experience in road construction, erecting, installing and repairing roadway markings and signs and/or in the painting of traffic control lines and pavement traffic messages, maintenance or repair or vehicle and/or equipment maintenance and repair; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid state of residency driver's license. Must remain insurable under the County's vehicle insurance policy. Must have or be able to obtain within the first ninety (90) calendar days of appointment, a valid Class A - Commercial Driver's License issued by the state of residency.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Cell phones and/or two-way radios; computer, copier, fax, telephone, scanner, and other standard modern/business office equipment; motor vehicles, front and rear loading trucks, ; side-loading trucks, tractor-trailer trucks, dump trucks, , asphalt paver, street sweeper, Jet/Vac truck, generators, air compressors, shoring equipment, concrete mixer, snow plow, fork lift, and other light and heavy motorized vehicles and equipment; measuring wheels for distance, paint mixers, paint guns, ; power drills, grinders and sanders, jack hammer; gas welding or brazing or cutting apparatus, Tungsten inert gas welding machine or other welding torches; weed eater, mower, pumps, paint sprayer, chain saw, circular saw, shovels, rakes, pliers, wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, chisels and other miscellaneous power and hand tools.
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:
Employee ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; works in an area in which the means of egress is or can be obstructed; has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and/or poorly ventilated work areas; is exposed to possible injury from hazardous gases, chemicals, flammables, air contaminants, hazardous waste, unclean or unsanitary conditions, electrical shock; exposed to possibly injury as a result of working with moving mechanical parts of equipment or machines; works in or around crowds; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons or vicious animals or life threatening situations; has exposure to fire, hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; exposure to hazardous driving conditions; works second or third shift; exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently; occasionally lifts objects 50 pounds or less; occasionally carries objects 50 pounds or less; occasionally pushes objects 50 pounds or less; occasionally pulls objects 50 pounds or less.
Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium work.
In cases of emergency, unpredictable situations, and/or department needs, may be required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects heavier than D.O.L. strength ratings recommend.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Performs general highway maintenance duties (e.g., cuts brush, shrubs and trees; mows grass; removes refuse and trash; \
Patches and seals roadways and repairs berms;
Repairs and installs guardrails, barricades, walls, inlets, headwalls, manholes, etc.;
Digs ditches and installs culverts, pipes, guardrails, etc.);
Operates various equipment (e.g., intersection truck, hand paint machine, etc.);
Flags on-going traffic at construction sites; installs barricades/signs as directed;
Assists in snow and ice removal activities, loads truck with front end loader, drives dump truck (including tandem axle) to spread salt or plow snow; ;
Operates 2-way radio;
Performs routine maintenance and repair on trucks;
Performs seasonal maintenance and repairs on pavement marking equipment during winter months;
Repairs and installs road signs;
Drives pick-up truck;
Operates light and handheld equipment (e.g., chain saw, air compressor, shovels, picks, jackhammer, etc.);
Manufactures and repairs signs (i.e., use computers to design traffic signs following ODOT standards; fabricates signs using pressure roller; operates small roller; uses necessary hand tools.
Completes routine forms recording man-hours, materials, equipment, etc. used on projects; keeps stockroom books, answers telephone, maintains district logs; completes foreman's report documenting work performed;
Attends meetings and serves on committees, as directed;
Attends training and seminars, as directed.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions;
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance;
Due to the nature of the job, when scheduled for on-call assignment, the Highway Maintenance Worker must be available to return to work after normal work hours or on weekends and/or holidays when called to do so.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: (developed after employment) Knowledge of:
County and departmental goals and objectives;
County and departmental policies and procedures;
Two-way radio operation;
Road construction, maintenance, and repair; proper lifting techniques;
Snow and ice removal;
English grammar and spelling;
Office practices and procedures.
Skill in:
Typing; data entry;
Word processing; computer operation; computer programs (e.g., Microsoft Office);
Use and operation of medium and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment; heavy and medium duty equipment maintenance and repair;
Traffic sign fabrication, installation; maintenance and repair; use of bench and hand tools;
Snowplow operations;
Ability to:
Carry out detailed but basic written and oral instructions;
Recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action;
Copy records precisely without error; complete routine forms;
Communicate effectively;
Develop and maintain effective working relationships;
Perform heavy manual labor;
Travel to and gain access to the worksite.