Transportation Maintainer Payloader Operator - FM

Introduction:
The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). a qualified employee to serve as a Transportation Maintainer 3 (Payloader Operator) at the Groton Maintenance facility.

• Current DOT employee or potential employee holding a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tank endorsement.

• Must produce a copy of CDL Class A or B with tank endorsement, a valid Medical Examiner’s Card, and a current Commercial Driver’s Card at the interview.

• Willingness to accept assignment to emergency duties, including snow and ice removal, during the winter season and to stand by for emergency events.

• Must reside within a 20‑mile radius of the Groton job location.

• Current State of Connecticut employee of the listed agency for at least six (6) months of full‑time service.

• Minimum qualifications as stated in the posting must be met by the closing date.

The Maintainer 3 performs a range of skilled tasks to ensure safe and efficient highway operations.

• Operate and maintain a payloader and other construction equipment.
• Conduct snow and ice removal operations and respond to accidents.
• Perform road, bridge, and roadside maintenance: paving, pothole repair, sweeping, and guardrail installation/repair.
• Assist with tree removal, drainage work, and other roadside tasks.
• Complete accurate shop records, reports, and equipment inspections.

• Knowledge of construction, maintenance, and repair techniques for roadsides and bridges.
• Ability to operate and maintain complex mechanical equipment such as load‑liners, flail mowers, and snow removal trucks.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of safety procedures and ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Proficiency with basic computer software.

• Two (2) years of experience in construction, landscaping, commercial driving, snow plowing, maintenance and repair of roadsides, roadways, bridges or airports, with operation and care of mechanical equipment.

• Experience safely operating a payloader.
• Experience maintaining and performing minor equipment repairs.
• Experience repairing guardrail utilizing a payloader.

• Physical strength, stamina, and agility required to lift heavy weights and work in extreme weather conditions.

• Exposure to loud machinery, road traffic, heights, and potential chemical hazards. Protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles may be required.

State employee benefits, including health, life, and work‑life balance.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.