Highway Maintenance Worker - Transportation Generalist or Transportation Associate

Minnesota Department of Transportation; Moorhead (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Highway Maintenance Workers to ensure safe travel conditions through effective road surface and roadside maintenance. This role offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment, tackling snow and ice control, and performing essential manual labor. With opportunities for career advancement within the Transportation Specialist Series, this position is ideal for individuals who thrive in outdoor settings and are ready to contribute to community safety. Join a team that values hard work and dedication while enjoying comprehensive benefits including health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Leave

Holidays

Pension

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment operation or roadway maintenance.
• Valid CDL with Tanker Endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Perform road surface and roadside maintenance.
• Control snow and ice for safe travel conditions.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Roadway Maintenance

Manual Labor

Education

Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B)

Education in Heavy Equipment Operation

Job description

Highway Maintenance Worker - Transportation Generalist or Transportation Associate

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Position Details

• Location: Moorhead
• Full-Time, Unlimited
• Work Shift: Day Shift, Monday - Friday
• Salary Range: Transportation Associate: $22.82 - $23.51/hr; $47,648 - $49,088/yr
  Transportation Generalist: $24.39 - $30.60/hr; $50,926 - $63,893/yr

About the Role

The work involves road surface and roadside maintenance, snow and ice control, and ensuring safe travel conditions. Positions are part of the Transportation Specialist Series, with opportunities for career advancement.

Minimum Qualifications

Transportation Generalist

• One year of related experience or education in heavy equipment operation or roadway maintenance
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class A or B), with Tanker Endorsement (must obtain Class A within 6 months)

Transportation Associate

• Commercial Learner's Permit (no air brake restriction), with plans to obtain Class A CDL within 3 months

Additional Requirements

• Ability to perform strenuous manual labor and work in weather elements
• Pass drug, background, and reference checks
• Immediate availability to report to work within 1 hour

Application Process

Apply online via the Minnesota Careers website. Questions? Contact Janai Seley at [e-mail] or 218-850-2601.

Benefits

Includes health insurance, paid leave, holidays, pension, life insurance, disability coverage, and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

Minnesota Department of Transportation is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of background or characteristics.