Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

05/21/2026

Application Deadline:

06/07/2026

Agency:

Travel Information Council

Salary Range:

$3,979 - $5,377

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Rest Area Specialist – Baker Valley (Baker, OR)

Rest Area Specialist – Baker Valley (Baker, OR)

Travel Information Council

Location: Gettings Creek Rest Area. Must reside within 60 minutes of Rest Area ( I-84, mile marker 295)

Schedule: Full-time, Tentative Schedule: Saturday through Wednesday, 7am to 3:30pm.

Love Working Outdoors? This Job’s for You.

The Baker Valley Rest Area is one of the most scenic and memorable stops along I‑84. Staff work surrounded by sweeping views of the Elkhorn Mountains and the wide-open Baker Valley. Travelers often stop here because of the views—and they’re quick to express appreciation for the rest area’s cleanliness and peaceful setting.

As a Rest Area Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our rest area safe, clean, and welcoming. Working alongside the Rest Area Supervisor, you’ll support facility upkeep, landscaping, maintenance, and contractor coordination. Exceptional customer service is key as you assist travelers and help maintain a positive experience for all who stop by.

What You’ll Do

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

• Perform daily inspections, basic maintenance, and landscaping.

• Operate equipment such as mowers, snowplows, 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 We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six months of experience operating heavy 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 have a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.

• You also must obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR certification and Bloodborne Pathogens training from an agency-accepted certification authority.

• You must reside within a 60-minute travel distance to the Rest Area. If relocating, the move must be completed within 90 days of the start date.

Desired Attributes:

• Experience performing basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, painting, cleaning, and landscaping.

• Experience using snow blowers and snowplows for snow removal and knowledge of how to operate irrigation 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 to submit your application.  

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

Why Us?

The Travel 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 amazing benefits include: 

• Agency provided vehicle for travel to and from worksite.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits 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 in Public 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 to Get There - Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner.  

• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public 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 will be required to 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 visit Veterans Resources

• TIC employees are employed "at will," which means that your TIC employment may be terminated by 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, attendance or 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 or job-specific questions. 

• Recruiter: Cassie Graham 

• Email: cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov 

• Phone (text friendly): 503-949-6169 

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