Roadway Maintenance & Equipment Operator

State of Tennessee; Hohenwald (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Tennessee is seeking Transportation Worker I–III in TDOT Region 3 - District 39 Operations - Maintenance to perform routine maintenance, operate equipment, and support daily highway upkeep. Candidates must meet education requirements and obtain the appropriate CDL with endorsements as they progress through the series.

The role involves potentially variable hours, on-call rotation, and compliance with safety and policy guidelines.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school diploma; GED equivalent.
• Transportation Worker I–III levels require progressive training and competency elements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on TDOT infrastructure to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Operate light and heavy equipment and perform preventive/minor maintenance on assets.
• Assist in safety training and implement proper traffic control and PPE guidelines.

Skills

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class D driver's license

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) class A (N endorsement)

Job description

State of Tennessee is seeking Transportation Worker I–III in TDOT Region 3 - District 39 Operations - Maintenance to perform routine maintenance, operate equipment, and support daily highway upkeep. Candidates must meet education requirements and obtain the appropriate CDL with endorsements as they progress through the series.

The role involves potentially variable hours, on-call rotation, and compliance with safety and policy guidelines.