CDL Lead Highway Technician

Company Description

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about! 

Job Description

DCS is currently seeking a Lead CDL Highway Technician. This is a leadership position responsible for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance of assigned highway projects.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Supervise and lead crews in performing a variety of highway maintenance tasks
• Operate heavy highway equipment as needed
• Perform grading and cleaning of ditches, drainage structures, road shoulders, and slopes using appropriate machinery
• Conduct general repair and maintenance tasks, including fence and sign repairs, litter and debris removal, and emergency response activities
• Ensure all equipment is used in a safe and proper manner
• Carry out roadside maintenance such as mowing and brush clearing
• Patch and repair damaged or eroded pavement and road shoulders
• Assist with storm recovery and cleanup efforts

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean driving record for a minimum of 5 years
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Capable of lifting 50–60 pounds
• Experience operating skid steers and dump trucks preferred
• Background in highway maintenance or construction is a plus
• Previous DOT (Department of Transportation) experience is highly desirable
• Ability to obtain ATSSA certification for traffic control installation
• Willingness to work overtime, including nights and weekends as needed
• Flexibility to adjust to changing work plans and schedules due to workload, seasonal demands, or unforeseen circumstances

Additional Information

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) 
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career Development
• Pay rate: $22-23/hourly

Be a part of the DeAngelo family, today! 

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.