Highway and Construction Laborer (4,000 Hiring Incentive)

Location: 3660 E. Andy Devine Ave, Kingman, AZ 86401

Grade: 14-19 | Closing Date: August 31, 2026

About the Role

This series provides and preserves a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public. Positions will be assigned based on experience and qualifications. This role is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive.

Pay

• Highway Operations Worker: $18.19/hr ($37,838/yr) – Grade 14
• Highway Operations Tech 1: $20.46/hr – Grade 17
• Highway Operations Tech 2: $22.45/hr – Grade 18
• Highway Operations Tech 3: $24.44/hr ($50,848/yr) – Grade 19

Responsibilities

• Operation of motorized vehicles and equipment
• Pavement care and preservation
• Landscape care and preservation
• Roadside shoulder restoration and repairs
• Signing and striping of roadways
• Delivery of equipment and materials
• Environmental compliance
• Vehicle and equipment care
• Scheduling, assigning, and overseeing subordinates' work (Tech 2 & 3)
• Inspecting work, training, and guiding staff (Tech 2 & 3)

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license; must maintain acceptable driving records and complete required training
• For Highway Operations Worker: Obtain Arizona CDL (Class “A”) permit within 90 days and full CDL within 6 months of hire
• For Highway Operations Tech 1-3: Arizona Class “A” CDL with (N) tanker endorsement required prior to start date; additional endorsements may be required based on assignment
• Registration with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
• Ability to respond to emergency call-outs (24/7) and arrive at the maintenance yard within 30 minutes
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures, rugged terrain, and high-speed traffic conditions
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• May require licensing through the State Board of Pesticide Control to dispense herbicides/pesticides
• Successful completion of the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)

Qualifications

• Highway Operations Worker: 6 months of roadway/highway experience (e.g., operating motorized vehicles/heavy-duty equipment, signing/striping, pavement care, landscape preservation, tunnel maintenance)
• Highway Operations Tech 1: 1 year of roadway/highway experience
• Highway Operations Tech 2: 2 years of roadway/highway experience
• Highway Operations Tech 3: 3 years of roadway/highway experience

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks per year for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan through the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) – mandatory participation
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional benefits: Short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, supplemental life insurance
• Employee Referral Program: Eligible for referral incentive if criteria are met