Highway Maintenance Technician I/II – CDL Eligible

State of Utah; Heber (UT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension/retirement options

Paid time off

On-call pay

Shift differential

Holiday snow removal pay

Job summary

State of Utah's Department of Transportation is seeking a Maintenance Transportation Technician I/II for the Heber Maintenance Station to perform general upkeep on state highways, operate heavy equipment, and support construction and permit projects. Starting pay ranges from $22.44 to $26.73 per hour, with wage increases through the Transportation Education Program (TEP).

A CDL or ability to obtain one within 6 months is required, along with lifting up to 50 lbs and outdoor work in varying

Qualifications

• CDL required or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Must report to Heber Maintenance Station within 30-minute response time.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must maintain a smartphone with data plan (UDOT provides monthly allowance).
• Willingness to complete required training and certifications via UDOT TEP.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance on state routes, highways, and drainage features.
• Operate heavy machinery including snowplows, salt spreaders, and blowers.
• Operate and maintain heavy equipment such as loaders, backhoes, and graders.
• Use department software to track assets and document work.
• Manage roadside vegetation and use herbicides as needed.
• Work outdoors in varying weather and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Cross-train in construction inspection and materials testing after ~18 months.

Skills

CDL

Heavy equipment operation

Roadway maintenance experience

Mechanical maintenance

Team player

Reliability

Tools

Asset tracking software

Job description

State of Utah's Department of Transportation is seeking a Maintenance Transportation Technician I/II for the Heber Maintenance Station to perform general upkeep on state highways, operate heavy equipment, and support construction and permit projects. Starting pay ranges from $22.44 to $26.73 per hour, with wage increases through the Transportation Education Program (TEP).

A CDL or ability to obtain one within 6 months is required, along with lifting up to 50 lbs and outdoor work in varying