Highway Technician - CDL Training & Benefits

State of Indiana; Greensburg (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three medical plan options with RX

Wellness rewards program

Health savings account with employer

Job summary

State of Indiana, through the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), seeks candidates for a role based in the Greensburg unit. The position involves highway maintenance, inspection, testing, and maintenance duties across multiple disciplines, with CDL requirements and safety-focused responsibilities.

Initial pay starts at $24.26/hour plus CDL-based pay adjustments; the department offers a strong benefits package and a focus on work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B CDL or obtain one within 90 days of employment.
• Pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws and regulations for construction inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of highways.
• Knowledge of drafting and surveying techniques.
• Ability to independently lead and coordinate the work of a crew in the field.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow technical documents.
• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather and lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic highway maintenance/traffic equipment to maintain, repair and clean highways and rights-of-way.
• Ensure staff complete work assignments and report problems to supervisors.
• Communicate with contractors to ensure procedures meet INDOT standards and specifications.
• Perform winter operations including snow and ice removal.
• Perform regular inspections and routine equipment maintenance (minor repairs, refueling, pre-trip).
• Maintain, repair and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings.
• Respond to emergencies (cleanup, traffic control, closures, signs, barricades).
• Attend worksite as assigned.

Skills

CDL required

Drug test

Know highway guidelines

Drafting techniques

Lead a crew

Read technical documents

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

INDOT testing equipment

Geotechnical laboratory equipment

Job description

State of Indiana, through the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), seeks candidates for a role based in the Greensburg unit. The position involves highway maintenance, inspection, testing, and maintenance duties across multiple disciplines, with CDL requirements and safety-focused responsibilities.

Initial pay starts at $24.26/hour plus CDL-based pay adjustments; the department offers a strong benefits package and a focus on work-life balance.