Boring High School To Highway Trainee

Eastern Oregon Workforce Board

Boring, OR, US
Base: $3,952 pm starting; increases to $4,124 pm a...
Onsite
Highway maintenance and construction
Manual labor and equipment use
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 and highway maintenance

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 and highway maintenance.
  • Trainees receive hands-on training including safety rules, job hazard assessments, first aid, and training to obtain a Class A commercial driver license.
  • As a full-time limited duration employee, you are eligible for health benefits, sick leave, paid holidays, retirement benefits, and the Oregon Savings Growth Plan.

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 and highway maintenance.

Salary

Base: $3,952 per month starting; increases to $4,124 per month after six months; Benefits: health, sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, Oregon Savings Growth Plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • highway maintenance and construction
  • manual labor and equipment use
  • work in all weather conditions
  • traffic control and flagging
  • operation of motorized equipment
  • ability to lift up to 100 pounds

Nice-to-have

  • experience using farming or landscaping equipment
  • teamwork and following directions
  • working outdoors
  • mentorship and on the job training

Key Requirements

  • high school diploma or GED between Jan 1, 2023 and Jul 1, 2026
  • maximum 45 minute response time to Boring, OR location
  • ability to obtain Class A commercial learner permit within 60 days of hire
  • must be at least 18 years old by Sept 1, 2026 with one year driving experience
  • valid Oregon driver license with acceptable driving record
  • ability to obtain CDL-A with tanker endorsement and no restrictions within six months or possess valid CDL-A with endorsements
  • pre-employment driving record and FMCSA checks

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the US; CDL eligibility restrictions apply

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