Roadway Incident Response Technician

State of Indiana; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

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Education Reimbursement Program

Job summary

The State of Indiana, INDOT Central Office in Indianapolis, is hiring for a transportation role focused on highway safety and incident response. The position requires patrolling, incident handling, and traffic control to support Hoosier roads.

A CDL is required or must be obtained within 90 days; you must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and read, write, and communicate effectively. This full-time role offers strong benefits and a stable career path with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Willing to travel with appropriate accommodation.
• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B CDL or obtain one within 90 days.
• Drug test required as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to move weight up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of automobile mechanical skills.
• Basic knowledge of first aid.
• A high school diploma or high school equivalency may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Patrol for, and respond to, freeway incidents that disrupt traffic and set up traffic control.
• Serve as a liaison to the Supervisor by identifying freeway operational deficiencies and advising solutions.
• Observe traffic conditions and report to Supervisor any traffic operation problems or unusual delays.
• Monitor in-vehicle video equipment and CB radio for disturbances in traffic flow.
• Remove debris, control minor spills and request assistance for complex cleanup.
• Perform pre-operation vehicle inspections and inventory checks.
• Interact with maintenance garage personnel for planned and unplanned maintenance.
• Perform daily administrative tasks such as incident and service logs and time sheets.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function.

Skills

CDL (Class A/B)

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or HSE

Job description

The State of Indiana, INDOT Central Office in Indianapolis, is hiring for a transportation role focused on highway safety and incident response. The position requires patrolling, incident handling, and traffic control to support Hoosier roads.

A CDL is required or must be obtained within 90 days; you must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and read, write, and communicate effectively. This full-time role offers strong benefits and a stable career path with growth opportunities.