Indiana Highway Technician – CDL Training & Winter Ops

Indiana; Indiana; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

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Job summary

INDOT in Indiana is seeking a Highway Technician to maintain Indiana highways and interstates. The role requires CDL or obtaining one within 90 days, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and readiness for overtime during emergencies. You will work in INDOT's Lizton Unit and participate in winter operations and traffic control tasks.

This entry-level position offers a path for career advancement with comprehensive state benefits and a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

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 Indiana Department of Transportation (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 such as: minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
• Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers and pavement markings.
• Receive, inspect, and record new materials, supplies, and equipment arriving in District Traffic for distribution.
• Maintain perpetual inventory of supplies and dispense the required materials.

Skills

CDL license

Physical strength

Teamwork

Weather endurance

Safety compliance

Job description

INDOT in Indiana is seeking a Highway Technician to maintain Indiana highways and interstates. The role requires CDL or obtaining one within 90 days, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and readiness for overtime during emergencies. You will work in INDOT's Lizton Unit and participate in winter operations and traffic control tasks.

This entry-level position offers a path for career advancement with comprehensive state benefits and a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.