Roadway Maintenance Tech - Career Ladder Opportunity

State-of-Missour; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

MoDOT in Independence, MO is hiring a maintenance worker to perform routine duties maintaining state roadways and facilities. You will work under direct supervision, with opportunities for career ladder advancement based on skill and experience.

The role includes operating vehicles, repairing signs/guardrails, patching potholes, and assisting with bridge and drainage tasks. A valid CDL and medical exam are required, with potential overtime and night shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• CDL written exam pass required before hire; tanker endorsement, Class B, interstate status within 60 days.
• Successful completion of a work simulation examination and a medical-physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Maintains state highway systems, including filling joints/cracks, patching potholes, flagging traffic, and setting up traffic control devices.
• Maintains highway facilities: repairs/replace signs and guardrails, clean curbs, paint buildings/equipment, service machinery.
• Operates vehicles to transport personnel/equipment, plow snow, spread ice control materials, and handle various trucks and tools.
• May repair bridge decks and drains; clean bridge bents/caps at heights using ladders/scaffolding.
• May install signs and perform structural work, including sign footings and posts.

Education

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET

Job description

MoDOT in Independence, MO is hiring a maintenance worker to perform routine duties maintaining state roadways and facilities. You will work under direct supervision, with opportunities for career ladder advancement based on skill and experience.

The role includes operating vehicles, repairing signs/guardrails, patching potholes, and assisting with bridge and drainage tasks. A valid CDL and medical exam are required, with potential overtime and night shifts.