Highway Technician: CDL Training & Winter Ops

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

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Job summary

INDOT is hiring an entry-level Highway Technician for the Linton Unit. You will perform general maintenance on Indiana highways, including snow removal, pothole repair, drainage work, and traffic control during emergencies. This role offers overtime and prospects for growth within a large state agency.

Candidates must have or obtain a Class A/B CDL within 90 days and pass a drug test. CDL bonuses may apply, and a CDL is strongly preferred for higher pay.

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.
• Knowledge of electronic data processing as applied to inventory control computer systems.
• Ability to understand system of bookkeeping procedures.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all INDOT safety policies and procedures.
• Operate 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 routine equipment maintenance and pre-trip inspections.
• Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers and pavement markings.
• Receive, inspect, and record new materials and equipment arriving in District Traffic for distribution.

Skills

CDL required

Drug test

Lifting ability

Teamwork

Education

A Degree Is Not Required

Job description

INDOT is hiring an entry-level Highway Technician for the Linton Unit. You will perform general maintenance on Indiana highways, including snow removal, pothole repair, drainage work, and traffic control during emergencies. This role offers overtime and prospects for growth within a large state agency.

Candidates must have or obtain a Class A/B CDL within 90 days and pass a drug test. CDL bonuses may apply, and a CDL is strongly preferred for higher pay.