Highway Technician Senior

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Algona (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the State of Iowa as a Highway Technician Senior in Algona, where you will lead a dedicated team focused on enhancing road safety. This role includes overseeing daily operations, supporting training initiatives, and responding to emergencies, all while embodying the department’s core values. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off including holidays

Retirement plan with employer match

Training and professional development opportunities

Employee discount programs

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Commercial Learner’s Permit upon hire.
• Experience in highway maintenance or related field is essential.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the work of the team dedicated to improving Iowa roads.
• Coordinate work for the team and oversee daily operations.
• Respond to emergency situations and oversee traffic control activities.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Management

Team Coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

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Job Description

Are you interested in taking the next step in your career? Our

Job Description

Are you interested in taking the next step in your career? Our Highway Technician Seniors prioritize leading daily operations for a team through their efforts towards our Mission - Making Lives Better Through Transportation . Through every action they take they have the opportunity to contribute to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Core Values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception alongside your teammates . This role will balance directing the team and pitching in on the tasks assigned. In the role of Highway Technician Senior, you will serve as a leader for the department, playing a vital role in shaping the team's culture.While a CDL permit is required upon hire, you must have Class A and endorsements / restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date. CDL Training for Iowa Department of Transportation employees is provided! Entry Level Driver Training is available if you do not already possess Class A and endorsements / restrictions on your CDL for positions that require it. Those eligible will receive both hands-on Behind-the-Wheel Range and Road training, with web-based Theory training, to fulfill required state and federal regulations.

Location:Algona Maintenance Garage - Within five (5) months, employees are required to reside within 45 minutes driving time, during normal conditions, from assigned work location.

Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Sunday through Friday. Hours may vary and are subject to be on call 24 hours a day during emergency and / or weather conditions. Some overnight travel may be required.

You’ll lead and support the work of a great team dedicated to improving Iowa roads by:

• works with supervisor and coordinates work for team
• performing basic office administration via technical devices and software
• hosting daily meetings with team
• overseeing traffic control for Maintenance activities
• coordinating snow operations and operating snow equipment
• administering monthly safety huddles with team
• supporting internal CDL training efforts
• responding to emergency situations such as accident or emergency repair
  
  

Requirements

• May be required to obtain pesticide/herbicide certifications or other certifications as needed
  
  

While you keep our roadways safe, we want to share what we offer YOU as a State of Iowa employee:

• Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
• Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2025 health and dental insurance premiums can be found here .
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
• Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
• Employee Discount Programs from variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).
  
  

We encourage you to view more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website !

Come role model our Core Values with a dedicated team that is passionate about our roadways. You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa – Apply now!

The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: [e-mail]

Reasonable accommodation includes an interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency, and experience equal to four years of fulltime work in highway maintenance, equipment operation, construction inspection, field work in engineering survey, or materials inspection and testing.
• A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of post-high-school education in highway maintenance, equipment operation, construction inspection, field work in engineering survey, or materials inspection and testing equals one year of full-time experience.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Highway Technician or Construction Technician.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes twenty-four months of full-time work as a Highway Technician Associate.
  
  

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description .

Additional Qualification Requirements

• Positions in this class require possession of a valid Commercial Learner’s Permit upon hire. Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, a valid Commercial Driver’s License with the required endorsements and applicable restrictions must be obtained and subsequently maintained to continue employment.
• In conjunction with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (parts 40 and 382), this job requires a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer’s random drug and alcohol testing program and will be subject to the regulations regarding the Federal drug and alcohol testing program.
• Prior to starting employment, all persons are required to have a post offer, pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described.
• Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to obtain and maintain Herbicide Applicator certification from the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.
• Positions require certification for testing materials and operating specialized equipment as required by the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Technical Training and Certification Program for Highway Materials and Construction; and/or other certifications as required.
• Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to attend a comprehensive bridge inspection course required by the National Bridge Inspection Standards.
• Travel, including overnight travel, may be required for positions in this class. Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work areas.
• Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, employees in designated positions are required to reside within a defined driving time, during normal conditions, from the assigned work location.
• Employees must respond to emergency situations as required.
• Employees must be able to work up to 16 consecutive hours.
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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