CHAMP Roadside Motorist Patroller - District 3

About the role

AECOM is seeking highly motivated individuals for the CHAMP (Coordinated Highway Assistance & Maintenance Program) in District 3. District 3 covers Thomaston, Columbus, Perry, Macon, and Lagrange, serving 31 counties within the West Central Georgia region. CHAMP Operators safeguard motorists traveling the interstates by ensuring roadways are clear of debris, reporting highway maintenance issues, and assisting stranded motorists. These roles are ideal for individuals with solid mechanical and/or automotive repair skills, a background in driving, public safety, public works, or ex-military.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and monitor a segment of interstate roadways in an assigned region, looking for stranded motorists, roadway deficiencies, sight distance problems, and obstructions that may cause lane blockage
• Use strong communication skills for dispatch radio operations
• Provide strong customer service (no tips or gratuity can be accepted)
• Professionally and courteously assist the public with circumstances that have left them stranded, such as dead batteries, running out of gas, or flat tires
• Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Municipal laws, rules, and ordinances
• Monitor, report, and document roadway deficiencies to Dispatch or District offices

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent certificate (GED), or 1 year of relevant work experience in lieu of education
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Ability to drive an AECOM-provided vehicle patrolling interstate roadways in an assigned region
• Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record, including no suspension of license in the last 5 years
• Must pass State and Federal criminal history/security and motor vehicle background checks
• Must participate in monthly MVR monitoring program and maintain a satisfactory driving record as a condition of employment
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and successfully participate in the program's mandatory random drug screening process
• Possess or be able and willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications
• Working knowledge of basic automotive repair
• Willingness to be on call 24/7 and respond to after-hours call outs
• Position includes wearing associated personal protective equipment

Physical requirements

• Ability to work in outdoor environments with uneven terrain and variable conditions including heat, cold, moisture, dust, dryness, noise, and automotive-related chemicals (fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.)
• Frequent operation of vehicles; work around heavy, moving, dangerous equipment; often standing/walking
• Ability to lift up to 95 pounds
• Ability to push/drag and generate at least 66 ft./lbs. of vertical downward force pushing a force gauge set at a contact point of 21 inches off the ground
• Ability to lift/carry vehicle wheels/tires
• Ability to perform repetitive bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and/or crouching, and occasionally work with arms above shoulder level
• Ability to perform fine motor skills
• Ability to perform hand gripping/squeezing for hand tools and equipment (levers, jack handles, air compressor, jumper cables, etc.)
• Ability to occasionally work at heights less than 4 feet
• Ability to climb stairs and descend/ascend vehicle truck steps comfortably

This position is contingent upon successfully completing functional tests for each essential function identified.

Preferred qualifications

• Five (5) years of driving experience
• Experience working in a roadway traffic environment
• Positive customer service attitude toward co-workers and external customers
• Basic knowledge of emergency services operations
• Basic knowledge of highway maintenance activities
• Basic knowledge of minor auto repairs and automotive preventive maintenance
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and manage own time
• Demonstrated ability to reason and make sound decisions based on narrowly defined criteria or guidelines
• Ability to guide or direct others at incident scenes
• Ability to gather and disseminate information effectively
• Working knowledge of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• Demonstrated professional maturity

Pay and benefits

• Starting pay: $20/hour
• Company-provided cell phone, radio, and fully outfitted response vehicle
• Take-home vehicle for company purposes
• Opportunities for overtime hours and pay
• Tuition reimbursement available
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan
• All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location

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