Transportation Operator l

About the role

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• 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

Qualifications

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. Valid driver’s license required. Must be Flagger Certified. High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent experience or training may be substituted.

Prior experience in roadway maintenance, construction, or emergency response operations (including snow removal, storm response, and accident cleanup) is highly desirable.

Skills

Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds at times.

Benefits

• 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

Pay

Pay Rate: $18/hour (Non-CDL) | $20/hour (CDL)

Schedule

Summer: 4x10 schedule (Tuesday–Friday)

Fall and beyond: 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday)