Base: $3,952 pm; benefits: health benefits, sick l...
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Perform manual labor
Weather-related operations
Set up traffic control
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The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking trainees for their High School to Highway program, aimed at recent high school graduates. The one-year training program offers hands-on experience in highway maintenance while providing a pathway to future employment opportunities within the state government.
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Job Summary
This one year training program is for recent or soon to be high school graduates and alternative school graduates.
Trainees learn about state government, highway maintenance and construction work.
After completing the program, you may qualify for a Transportation Maintenance Specialist 2 position.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking trainees for their High School to Highway program, aimed at recent high school graduates. The one-year training program offers hands-on experience in highway maintenance while providing a pathway to future employment opportunities within the state government.
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Salary
Base: $3,952 per month; Benefits: Health benefits, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, retirement benefits after six months
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Perform manual labor
Weather-related operations
Set up traffic control
Maintain drainage systems
Repair guardrails and fences
Service and repair equipment
Work in all weather conditions
Lift up to 100 pounds
Nice-to-have
Experience using tools
Experience working on a team
Experience following directions
Key Requirements
High school diploma or GED by July 1, 2026
Ability to obtain Class A commercial learner permit within 60 days
Ability to obtain CDL-A with tanker endorsement within six months
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record