Highway Maintenance Technician - CDL Training & Benefits

State of Indiana; Veedersburg (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Wellness Rewards Program

Health savings account

Deferred compensation 457(b)

Pension plan options

Paid leave programs

Vacation/Personal/Sick leave

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Group life insurance

Employee assistance program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Free parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The State of Indiana, through INDOT, invites applications for an entry-level Highway Technician position at the Veedersburg Unit. You will maintain Indiana highways, perform winter operations, assist with traffic control, and support emergency response duties on a variety of roadways.

This entry-level role offers overtime during emergencies, CDL requirements, and opportunities for advancement within a dynamic state agency.

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.
• Pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Ability to operate specialty traffic equipment (e.g. bucket trucks, paint equipment, etc.)
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) safety policies and procedures.
• Operate basic highway maintenance/ traffic equipment to maintain, repair and clean highways and rights-of-way.
• Move and load supplies and materials.
• Perform winter operations duties including snow and ice removal.
• Perform emergency response activities such as clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs and erecting barricades.
• Perform regular inspections and routine equipment maintenance such as: minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.

Skills

CDL required

Drug test

Lifting 50 lbs

Physical stamina

Weather exposure

Operate traffic equipment

Teamwork

First 90 days CDL

Education

No degree required

Job description

The State of Indiana, through INDOT, invites applications for an entry-level Highway Technician position at the Veedersburg Unit. You will maintain Indiana highways, perform winter operations, assist with traffic control, and support emergency response duties on a variety of roadways.

This entry-level role offers overtime during emergencies, CDL requirements, and opportunities for advancement within a dynamic state agency.