Rest Area Specialist - Manzanita (Grants Pass)

Initial Posting Date:

Application Deadline:

Agency:

Salary Range:

Position Type:

Position Title:

Job Description:

The Manzanita Rest Area is a vital stop for travelers along I5-and we're looking for a dependable, hands-on Rest Area Specialist to help keep it running smoothly. If you enjoy working outside, take pride in keeping public spaces clean and safe, and love helping people, you'll fit right in.

As a Rest Area Specialist, you'll be one of the key caretakers of the site. Working alongside the Rest Area Supervisor, you'll help maintain buildings and grounds, ensure a welcoming environment, and support contractors and on-site staff. Every day brings variety, teamwork, and meaningful contributions to Oregon's travelers.

WhatYou'llDo

• Keep facilities and grounds clean, safe, and in top shape.

• Perform daily inspections, basic maintenance, and landscaping.

• Operate equipment such as mowers and power tools.

• Complete minor plumbing, carpentry, and electrical repairs.

• Support contractors and fill-in staff when needed.

• Help travelers and make sure site rules are followed.

• Communicate clearly with your team, supervisor, and other partners.

Working Conditions:

Works in and around buildings, facilities, and grounds, both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Uses vision, hearing, manual dexterity, communication, and motor skills to perform duties, including emergency response. Navigates inclines, stairs, and rough or slippery terrain. Lifts and maneuvers objects up to 50 pounds. Uses ladders, reaches above shoulder height, and performs tasks on hands and knees. Regular duties include bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, climbing, twisting, pushing, and pulling.

What WeAreLooking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six months of experienceoperatingheavy or light motorized equipment, using hand and power tools, performing minor servicing of equipment, general landscaping, maintenance, mechanical, farming, logging, and/or construction experience, or training.

Special Requirements/Licenses:

• You must havea valid driver's license issued by the state where the employeeresides.

• You also must obtain andmaintainFirst Aid/CPR certificationand Bloodborne Pathogens trainingfrom an agency-accepted certification authority.

• Youmustresidewithin a 60-minute travel distance totheRest Area. Ifrelocating, the move must be completed within 90 days of the start date.

Desired Attributes:

• Experienceperformingbasic plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, painting, cleaning, and landscaping.

• Knowledge of how tooperateirrigation systems.

• Knowledge of state and federal safety regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe work practices.

• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.

• Experience providing excellent customer service in a professional or volunteer setting.

• Familiar with Microsoft Office programs like email, spreadsheets, and word documents to help with reports and record-keeping.

• Proven ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

How to Apply

Ready to join our team?

• External Applicants:Click "Apply" on the job posting tosubmityour application.

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

Why Us?

TheTravel Information Council(TIC), a semi-independent state agency, serves Oregon travelers and local communities by providing safe and welcoming rest areas, helpful highway signage, informative historical markers, and heritage tree designations.

Our amazingbenefitsinclude:

• Agency provided vehicle for travel to and from worksite.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage:Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.Additionalbenefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.

• Generous Paid Time Off:11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.

• Retirement Benefits:Membership inPublic Employees Retirement System(PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan(OPSRP).

• Wellness Resources:Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.

• Career Development:Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

• Commuting: Access toGet There-Oregon's carpool matching tool and trip planner.

• Student Loan Forgiveness:Potential eligibility for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF) program.

Additional Details

• This announcement is for one (1), non-represented, full-time, permanent, Rest Area Specialist.

• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check.Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants willbe requiredto complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visitVeterans Resources.

• TIC employees are employed "at will," which means that your TIC employment may beterminatedby the employee or TIC, at any time for any lawful reason, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice.

• The results of this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. TIC reserves the right to change, withdraw, close, or re-post job announcements.

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth,attendanceor graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Contact Information

Please contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and application orjob-specific questions.

• Recruiter: Cassie Graham

• Email:cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov

• Phone (text friendly): 503-949-6169

Oregon Travel Information Council is an EqualOpportunity,Affirmative Action Employer committed to Workforce Diversity.

Salary : $3,523 - $8,783