Albany High School To Highway Trainee

Eastern Oregon Workforce Board

Albany, OR, US
Base: $3,952 pm starting, $4,124 after six months,...
Onsite
Manual labor for roadway repair
Operation of motorized equipment
Work in all weather conditions
This one year training program is for recent or soon to be high school graduates and alternative school graduates to learn about state government, highway maintenance and construction work

Job Summary

  • This one year training program is for recent or soon to be high school graduates and alternative school graduates to learn about state government, highway maintenance and construction work.
  • Trainees receive hands-on training in basic highway maintenance, safety rules, job hazard assessments, radio communication, crash response, traffic control, first aid, and CDL training.
  • As a full-time limited duration employee, you are eligible for health benefits, sick leave, paid holidays, retirement benefits after six months, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity.

Matching Summary

This one year training program is for recent or soon to be high school graduates and alternative school graduates to learn about state government, highway maintenance and construction work.

Salary

Base: $3,952 per month starting, $4,124 after six months, $4,312 to $5,988 after program completion; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health benefits, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, retirement benefits after six months, Oregon Savings Growth Plan enrollment

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manual labor for roadway repair
  • Operation of motorized equipment
  • Work in all weather conditions
  • Traffic control and flagging
  • Safety rules and maintenance policies
  • Ability to lift up to 100 pounds
  • Work closely with a mentor

Nice-to-have

  • Experience using farming or landscaping equipment
  • Teamwork skills
  • Following directions
  • Hands-on training environment
  • Outdoor work experience

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED between Jan 1, 2023 and Jul 1, 2026
  • Maximum 45 minute response time to Albany, OR location
  • Ability to obtain Class A commercial learner permit within 60 days of hire
  • Must be at least 18 years old by Sep 1, 2026
  • One year driving experience required
  • Valid Oregon driver license at time of hire
  • Ability to obtain CDL-A with tanker endorsement within six months or possess valid CDL-A with endorsements
  • Acceptable driving record and pre-employment driving checks

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the US; valid Oregon driver license required

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