Tunnel Maintainer

About the role

This position plays an essential part in keeping tunnels safe and traffic flowing. It offers the opportunity to work hands-on while supporting public safety and transportation efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Tunnel Maintenance: Perform cleaning, repairs, and upkeep of tunnel structures and surrounding areas
• Incident Response: Assist motorists and first responders during traffic disruptions and restore normal traffic flow
• Condition Monitoring: Observe tunnel conditions such as airflow, fire risks, and over height vehicle concerns
• Communication: Use clear communication with employees and responders to maintain awareness during operations
• Equipment Operation: Operate vehicles, tools, and machinery required for maintenance, towing, and tunnel washing
• Work Zone Setup: Deploy cones, signs, and barriers to protect workers and guide traffic during lane closures

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of experience in roadway maintenance and repair, emergency services, towing and roadside assistance, or traffic control work; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Special Requirements: All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations. All employees must demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission. All employees must possess an active Pennsylvania Class A Commercial Driver’s License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed, or equivalent on their first day of employment. All employees must obtain within the probationary period an active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders. Additional certifications issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on assigned pieces of equipment during the probationary period are required.

Additional Information

• Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, rotating 24/7 operations. Work hours are varied and are based upon operational considerations. Shifts can range from 9:30 PM - 5:30 AM; 5:30 AM - 1:30 PM; 1:30 PM - 9:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Travel, overtime, and shift work required
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Pay

Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,141.00 (before taxes).

Schedule

Full-time employment, rotating 24/7 operations. Work hours are varied and are based upon operational considerations. Shifts can range from 9:30 PM - 5:30 AM; 5:30 AM - 1:30 PM; 1:30 PM - 9:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.

Benefits

No benefits are mentioned in the job posting.

Contact Information

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

Application Instructions

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.