Highway Technician: Snow & Traffic Control

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Wellness rewards

HSA contributions

Pension plans

Paid leave

Education reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning access

Free Parking

Job summary

State of Indiana, Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Bloomington Unit, is seeking a Highway Technician to maintain Indiana highways and interstates, perform general maintenance, and support emergency operations. The role starts at $20 per hour and includes CDL-based pay increases, with overtime during emergencies.

Entry-level position with opportunities for career advancement; CDL training and on-site instruction provided.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain one within 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.
• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Ability to operate specialty traffic equipment (e.g. bucket trucks, paint equipment).
• Must follow directions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all INDOT safety policies and procedures.
• Operate basic 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 regular inspections and routine equipment maintenance.

Skills

CDL

Drug test

Lifting 50 lbs

Physical stamina

Weather resilience

Traffic equipment

Teamwork

Job description

State of Indiana, Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Bloomington Unit, is seeking a Highway Technician to maintain Indiana highways and interstates, perform general maintenance, and support emergency operations. The role starts at $20 per hour and includes CDL-based pay increases, with overtime during emergencies.

Entry-level position with opportunities for career advancement; CDL training and on-site instruction provided.