Roadway Maintenance Technician - CDL-Ready & Snow Ops

State of Utah; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 61,030,000 - 96,753,000; Full time

Job summary

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is hiring two hands-on Transportation Technician I or II to support our maintenance team, performing general upkeep of Utah’s highways and operating heavy equipment during winter and year-round.

The role requires a Class A CDL or ability to obtain within 6 months, ability to lift 50 lbs, smartphone allowance, and commitment to UDOT’s Transportation Education Program (TEP).

Qualifications

• A Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire (UDOT provides paid training and testing).
• Ability to report to the West Valley Maintenance Station within a 30-minute response time and maintain 24-hour availability for operational needs.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Maintain a personal smartphone with a data plan (eligible for a monthly taxable department allowance).
• Commitment to completing required certifications and continued education through the UDOT TEP program.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance on state routes, highways, and drainage features to ensure infrastructure longevity.
• Operate heavy machinery—including snowplows, salt spreaders, and blowers—to clear state roadways during winter storms.
• Operate and perform basic maintenance on heavy equipment such as front‑end loaders, backhoes, and graders.
• Utilize department software to track assets and document work performed by both UDOT crews and contractors.
• Manage roadside vegetation through various methods, including herbicide application.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.

Job description

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is hiring two hands-on Transportation Technician I or II to support our maintenance team, performing general upkeep of Utah’s highways and operating heavy equipment during winter and year-round.

The role requires a Class A CDL or ability to obtain within 6 months, ability to lift 50 lbs, smartphone allowance, and commitment to UDOT’s Transportation Education Program (TEP).