OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:
ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.
POSITION SUMMARY
We are currently seeking a Transportation Operator to support roadway maintenance and construction operations. This role is responsible for performing general labor and assisting with a variety of roadway and traffic control activities to ensure safe and efficient transportation operations.
- Pay Rate: $18/hour (Non-CDL) | $20/hour (CDL)
- Work Schedule:
- Summer: 4x10 schedule (Tuesday–Friday)
- Fall and beyond: 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Perform general labor in support of highway maintenance and construction operations
- Assist with roadway flagging and traffic control activities
- Set up, maintain, and remove temporary work zones and traffic control devices
- Support roadway maintenance tasks including patching, clean-up, and basic repair work
- Operate and assist with hand tools and power tools used in roadway maintenance
- Participate in department meetings, trainings, and assigned seminars
- Support snow removal, storm response, and roadway accident clean-up operations as needed
- Follow established safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe work environment
- Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery
- Work collaboratively as part of a team within the division and organization
- Perform other related duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills in English
- Excellent customer service skills (internal and external stakeholders)
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess situations and take appropriate action
- Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions, procedures, and safety guidelines
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
- Ability to communicate effectively with both small and large groups
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience performing manual labor in highway maintenance, construction, or related field preferred
- Familiarity with roadway maintenance equipment, tools, and materials is a plus
- Ability to perform physically demanding manual labor in outdoor environments
- Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions
- Valid driver’s license required
- Must be Flagger Certified
- High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent experience or training may be substituted
- Experience assisting with preventative maintenance on roadway equipment is preferred
- Prior experience in roadway maintenance, construction, or emergency response operations (including snow removal, storm response, and accident cleanup) is highly desirable
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds at times.
- Work schedule:
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- Summer:
- 4x10s (Tuesday–Friday)–
- Fall onward:
8?hour shifts (Monday–Friday)Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:
- You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
- You like to make your employer look good.
- You find solutions, where others only see problems.
- You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
- You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
- You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.
The benefits of working for ATHENA include:
- Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Medical and dependent flexible spending account.
- Pet insurance.
- Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area.
- 401k with a generous employer match.
- Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.
ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
- Flagger Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
