3rd shift Highway Technician Associate

Iowa; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking a Highway Technician Associate to ensure the safety of Iowa roadways. This role involves various tasks such as repairing roads, operating snow equipment, and maintaining DOT vehicles. Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a Commercial Learner’s Permit upon hire, with opportunities for professional growth and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee discount programs

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Learner’s Permit required upon hire.
• CDL with endorsements must be obtained within five months.
• Ability to pass drug tests and physical verification.

Responsibilities

• Repairing pavement and installing signs.
• Operating snow equipment and grading/paving projects.
• Performing routine maintenance and service of DOT equipment.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Four years of experience in highway maintenance

Job description

Do you love the outdoors no matter the weather? The Iowa Department of Transportation is looking for individuals who are passionate about Iowa roadways! As a Highway Technician Associate, you’ll spend your days doing a variety of tasks to make Iowa highways and interstates safer while fulfilling our Mission - Making Lives Better Through Transportation. Everything you do will in this role will help contribute to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Core Values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception alongside your teammates. One day might be repairing pavement, the next might be installing signs, or be out plowing snow. No two days are exactly alike!

While a CDL permit is required upon hire, you must have Class A and endorsements/restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date. CDL Training for Iowa Department of Transportation employees is provided! Entry Level Driver Training is available if you do not already possess Class A and endorsements/restrictions on your CDL for positions that require it. Those eligible will receive both hands-on Behind-the-Wheel Range and Road training, with web-based Theory training, to fulfill required state and federal regulations.

Location: Grimes Maintenance Garage - Within five (5) months, employees are required to reside within 45 minutes driving time, during normal conditions, from the assigned work location.

Shift: 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, Sunday through Friday; Hours may vary and are subject to being on call 24 hours during emergency and weather conditions. Some overnight travel may be required.

No matter the weather condition, you’ll keep the roads safe by:

• mowing / cutting brush
• disposing of litter and debris
• repairing roadside waterways
• operating snow equipment
• grading / paving projects
• assisting paint / bridge crews
• participating in traffic control for Maintenance activities
• performing routine maintenance and service of DOT equipment and vehicles
• using DOT technical devices and software applications
• completing other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• May be required to obtain pesticide/herbicide certifications or other certifications as needed

We offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance.
• Insurance benefits start the first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2025 health and dental premiums can be found here.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, sick leave, accruals rollover, and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) with employer match
• Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
• Employee Discount Programs from various vendors.

We encourage you to learn more about the State of Iowa Employee Benefits.

Help make Iowa roadways safe for you and your family. You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa – Apply now!

The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. For reasonable accommodations, contact: [e-mail].

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Four years of education and/or full-time experience in highway maintenance or equipment operation.

Additional requirements include possession of a valid Commercial Learner’s Permit upon hire, obtaining a CDL with endorsements within a specified timeframe, passing drug tests, physical ability verification, possible herbicide certification, and other certifications as required. Travel and overnight stays may be necessary, and residence within a certain driving distance from the work location is required.