Parkdale High School To Highway Trainee

Eastern Oregon Workforce Board

Parkdale, OR, US
Base: $3,952 pm starting, increases to $4,124 afte...
Onsite
Highway maintenance and construction
Manual labor in outdoor conditions
Use of commercial motor vehicles
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 CPR, 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 enrollment in 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 after six months, Transportation Maintenance Specialist 2 position $4,312 to $5,988 per month after program; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health benefits, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, retirement benefits, Oregon Savings Growth Plan enrollment

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Highway maintenance and construction
  • Manual labor in outdoor conditions
  • Use of commercial motor vehicles
  • Traffic control and flagging
  • Equipment and tool maintenance
  • Work in all weather conditions

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with farming or landscaping equipment
  • Teamwork skills
  • Ability to follow directions

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED between Jan 1, 2023 and Jul 1, 2026
  • Ability to obtain Class A commercial learner permit within 60 days of hire
  • Must be 18 years old by Sep 1, 2026 with one year driving experience
  • Ability to obtain CDL-A with tanker endorsement within six months
  • Valid driver’s license at time of hire
  • Maximum 45 minute response time to Parkdale, OR for emergencies
  • Acceptable driving record and pre-employment driving checks

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the US; no visa sponsorship available

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