Highway Incident Response Technician

State of Indiana; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is hiring for a position at its Central Office in Indianapolis. The role involves patrolling, incident response, and traffic control duties, with a focus on safety and operational improvements for Indiana’s roadways.

A valid CDL is required within 90 days, and the job includes extensive field work, weather exposure, and administrative tasks. The State offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a large state government system.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment.
• Must be able to move weight up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Must follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Must pass a drug test as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol for, and respond to, freeway incidents that disrupt the normal flow of traffic, set up traffic control for incidents, and detect and verify incidents and traffic problems caused by special events.
• Serve as a liaison to the Supervisor by identifying freeway operational deficiencies and advising of potential solutions.
• Observe traffic conditions and report to Supervisor any traffic operation problems, deficiencies in work zone traffic control setup by other agencies, unauthorized lane closures or work, and/or unusual traffic delays.
• Monitor in-vehicle video equipment to locate incidents and monitors CB radio to gather information about disturbances in traffic flow.
• Remove debris, control minor spills and request assistance for complex cleanup, and report need for specialized equipment, personnel or materials.
• Perform pre-operation vehicle inspections and inventory checks (fluid levels, tire inflation, wash and wax vehicle, replaces depleted tools or supplies on vehicle).
• Interact with maintenance garage personnel for planned and unplanned maintenance of vehicle.
• Perform general housekeeping duties of Hoosier Helper occupied garage facilities.
• Perform daily administrative tasks such as completion of incident logs, motorist service logs, time sheets and daily work reports; and,
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

Skills

CDL

read/write

teamwork

interpersonal skills

physical stamina

travel willingness

follow directions

auto mechanics basics

first aid basics

drug test

Education

High School Diploma or HSE

Job description

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is hiring for a position at its Central Office in Indianapolis. The role involves patrolling, incident response, and traffic control duties, with a focus on safety and operational improvements for Indiana’s roadways.

A valid CDL is required within 90 days, and the job includes extensive field work, weather exposure, and administrative tasks. The State offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a large state government system.