Highway Maintenance Specialist, Night, Broom Crew - Denver Metro (CDL Training Provided)

Position Overview CDOT has a vacancy for a Highway Maintenance Specialist in Denver, CO. Applications will be considered from Colorado residents and non‑residents. The position offers training to obtain a Colorado Commercial Driver's License Class A or B within 30‑120 days of hire. Total annual compensation is $65,934 (base pay $53,934 and housing stipend $12,000). The schedule is Monday–Thursday, 8:00 PM–6:30 AM. Responsibilities Plowing snow Operating heavy equipment such as tandem dump truck, loader, tractor mower, etc. Mowing grass and weeds Removing debris from roadways, including rock, mud, and deceased animals Removing debris from culverts, tunnels, etc. Shoveling gravel, sand, concrete, and asphalt Digging ditches Installing and repairing guardrail, highway markers and signs, warning signs, and lighting Filling potholes and roadway cracks Setting out signs and cones for traffic control Removing and covering graffiti Installing pavement markings/striping Stopping or slowing traffic in emergency situations Maintaining equipment and performing minor repairs Following safety guidance and wearing proper safety equipment Impact Your work is critical to keeping Colorado’s roadways open and safe. It positively impacts the quality of life for all Coloradans and visitors and helps the economy thrive. What CDOT Provides Personal protective equipment such as uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools Full payment for your CDL physical after your first year with CDOT Partial reimbursement (up to 50%) for your CDL renewal after your first year with CDOT CPR and first‑aid training Variety of career training opportunities 40‑hour work weeks with opportunity for overtime during weather emergencies 4‑day work schedule (10‑hour days Monday‑Thursday) during the summer months, typically May through September Opportunities to learn new equipment Opportunities for advancement Your Work Environment Exposure to loud noise Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dusts, and other substances that may affect breathing, eyes, and skin Required to use appropriate personal protective equipment Required to work with chemicals and cleaning products Some equipment requires the use of respirators Work near traffic, sometimes high‑speed traffic Use ladders and scissor lifts for heights of approximately 10–20 ft Required to drive CDOT vehicles Frequently respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and may work overtime including weekends and holidays Must be willing and physically able to work in extreme temperatures (hot and cold), variable weather conditions, and at elevations up to 12,000 ft for long periods of time Minimum Qualifications Must have at least two (2) years of physical labor and/or heavy equipment operation experience. Preferred Qualifications Strong commitment to working safely Desire to learn Wants to work outdoors Likes physically demanding work Takes pride in a job well done Adapts efficiently to changing conditions and priorities Works effectively in a team environment and looks out for team members Communicates effectively, especially in safety‑critical situations Strong commitment to providing good customer service Likes to solve problems and figure out better ways to do things Experience operating equipment such as single and tandem axle dump trucks, front‑end loaders, bulldozers, backhoes, etc. Experience using hand tools Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software/equipment Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position Conditions of Employment Must obtain your CDL Permit within 30 days of hire and your Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B within 120 days of hire, with no restriction on air brakes that allows operation within Colorado. If you have a non‑Colorado Commercial Driver’s License, you must be eligible to drive in Colorado with your CDL at time of hire. If you currently live outside Colorado and relocate, you must transfer your CDL to Colorado within 30 days of relocation. Must pass a pre‑employment screening including social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. May be required to pass a controlled substance test (drug test) and DOT physical through a medical provider. On‑call work (rotating basis and subject to call) Shift work Essential Services Designation – Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services. May be required to live within thirty (30) minutes' driving time in normal weather conditions to respond in a timely manner after being notified to report to work. New employees required to take two weeks of maintenance training; veteran CDOT employees required to take one week of training each year. May be required to obtain a Hazardous Materials endorsement within 6 months to 1 year as a condition of appointment. Must be willing to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime, including weekends and holidays. Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where you can be reached for emergencies. Equal Opportunity Employment CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience and ultimately create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socioeconomic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non‑discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Department of Transportation