La Grande High School To Highway Trainee - Striping

Worksource Oregon

La Grande, USA
Base: $3,952pmnth increasing to $4,124pmnth after ...
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Perform manual labor on roadways
Work in all weather conditions
Lift up to 100 pounds
** The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking trainees for its High School to Highway (H2H) program, targeting recent or soon-to-be high school graduates for a one-year training position focused on highway maintenance and construction work. The role involves hands-on training, working outdoors with a maintenance crew while receiving mentorship. **

Job Summary

  • This one-year training program is for recent or soon-to-be high school graduates and alternative school graduates, offering hands-on learning in highway maintenance and construction.
  • Trainees will work with a maintenance crew to repair and maintain roads, bridges, signs, and facilities, contributing to the safety of Oregon's roads.
  • Upon program completion, trainees may qualify for a Transportation Maintenance Specialist 2 position and are encouraged to apply for permanent ODOT jobs.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking trainees for its High School to Highway (H2H) program, targeting recent or soon-to-be high school graduates for a one-year training position focused on highway maintenance and construction work. The role involves hands-on training, working outdoors with a maintenance crew while receiving mentorship. **

Salary

Base: $3,952/month increasing to $4,124/month after six months; Benefits: Health benefits, sick leave, paid holidays, retirement benefits after six months; Bonus/Equity: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform manual labor on roadways
  • Work in all weather conditions
  • Lift up to 100 pounds
  • Operate commercial motor vehicles
  • Obtain commercial learner permit

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with farming equipment
  • Experience working on a team
  • Experience following directions

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED by July 1, 2026
  • Ability to obtain Class A CDL learner permit within 60 days
  • Ability to obtain Class A CDL with specific endorsements within six months
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
  • Minimum 18 years of age by September 1, 2026

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the US

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