Example of Duties + Perform entry-level traffic services activities such as snow plowing, striping, and replacing and repairing traffic signs and posts + Perform entry-level technical highway maintenance and engineering work + Operate a variety of power tools and light and heavy highway and construction equipment to maintain roadways, signs, bridges and other transportation facilities + Conduct routine inspections and field tests on construction and maintenance projects + Conduct sample and routine material testing + This work involves physically demanding tasks such as clearing brush and lifting and carrying heavy objects Work Environment + This work involves working in all types of weather conditions, under hazardous conditions, on congested highways, around operating equipment and in a noisy environment + May require irregular shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays, along with frequent travel to and from the work site which may include occasional overnight stays + Some positions require employees to work with chemicals and toxic materials and incumbents will be required to undergo periodic biologic testing and pass medical tests while employed in these positions Minimum Qualifications + Valid driver's license + Experience operating vehicles with manual transmissions Essential Function: An essential function of this position is driving an ITD vehicle. After successful completion of each step, wages may increase as outlined below: + Starting wage (Apprentice level) : $21.05 - $21.55 + Completion of Step One: $22.60 + Completion of Step Two: $24.14 + Completion of Step Three: $25.83 NOTE : With a minimum of 5 years of experience in state, county, or highway work, it may be possible to be hired at Step 2. This position requires that you obtain a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 60 days of hire as well as pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.