Highway Technician - CDL Training & Benefits

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Wellness rewards program

Life insurance

Two fully-funded pension options

Paid leave and holidays

Education reimbursement

Free parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

State of Indiana, INDOT Central Office, Materials and Test division, seeks candidates for highway maintenance and testing roles supporting Indiana’s transportation infrastructure.

The position emphasizes CDL requirements, safety compliance, and field testing, with opportunities to advance within a comprehensive benefits program. Eligible CDL bonuses apply and on-site training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (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.
• Knowledge of drafting and surveying techniques.
• Ability to independently lead and coordinate a crew in the field.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow technical documents.
• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Comply with INDOT safety policies and procedures.
• Operate highway maintenance/traffic equipment to maintain, repair and clean highways and rights-of-way.
• Ensure staff are completing work assignments as directed and report problems to the supervisors.
• Communicate with contractors to ensure procedures comply with INDOT standards and specifications.
• Perform winter operations duties including snow and ice removal.
• Perform regular inspections and routine equipment maintenance such as: minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
• Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings.
• Perform emergency response activities such as clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs and erecting barricades.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.
• Provide unit crews with technical expertise, oversight, and specialized equipment to ensure work is completed and report problems to the Bridge Maintenance Supervisor.
• Operate basic and intermediate highway maintenance and bridge equipment to maintain, repair and clean bridges, highways, and right-of-ways.
• Sample and test construction materials according to quality assurance and specification requirements.
• Visit material producers’ plants, construction job sites or INDOT facilities to collect material samples for testing.
• Perform various test on materials incorporated into INDOT construction or maintenance contracts.
• Calculate and record the test results in the INDOT reporting system.
• Involved in planning, design, construction, and rehabilitation of state-owned highways and bridges.
• Perform construction inspection, which include assisting the project supervisor/engineer.
• Ensure construction tests, measurements and inspections are completed and recorded in a timely manner.
• Perform facility maintenance such as repairing and installing brine making and storage systems.
• Maintain qualifications for the required Soil Test procedures.
• Operate and maintain geotechnical laboratory equipment to perform soil & rock testing.
• Prepare and perform advance testing on soils & rock samples such as Resilient Modulus Testing (MR), strength testing (QU & Triaxial), Proctor, Sulfate, Organic Tests etc.
• A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
• This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
• The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans, Wellness Rewards Program, Health savings account, Deferred compensation 457(b)account with employer match, Pension options, Paid leave and holidays, Education Reimbursement, Life insurance, Employee assistance program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, Free Parking for most positions, Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Skills

CDL license

Reading technical documents

Leadership

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or HSE

Job description

State of Indiana, INDOT Central Office, Materials and Test division, seeks candidates for highway maintenance and testing roles supporting Indiana’s transportation infrastructure.

The position emphasizes CDL requirements, safety compliance, and field testing, with opportunities to advance within a comprehensive benefits program. Eligible CDL bonuses apply and on-site training is provided.