Is being a highway maintenance worker a good fit for you?
Keeps roads and their edges in good repair. Patches broken surfaces, fixes guard rails and signs, clears plants and snow.
What the work involves
- Sets out signs and cones around work areas to redirect traffic.
- Signals to drivers to warn them of obstacles or repair work ahead.
- Services and maintains vehicles and heavy equipment to prevent breakdowns.
- Drives trucks to take crews and equipment to work sites.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a highway maintenance worker is one of yours.
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