Roadway Maintenance Technician - Outdoor & Training

State of Iowa; Waverly (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

IPERS retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The State of Iowa's Department of Transportation is seeking a Highway Technician Associate in Waverly. This hands-on, outdoor role supports road safety and maintenance, with growth opportunities across the department and a focus on serving Iowans.

The job includes roadside work, snow removal, litter pickup, equipment servicing, and adherence to safety and DOT requirements. A CDL is required within months of hire, with shift 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and possible on-call duties.

Qualifications

• CDL permit required at hire and Class A CDL with endorsements within 5 months.
• U.S. DOT Clearinghouse check is required.
• Pre-employment physical and drug screening required; ongoing random testing.
• Pesticide/herbicide certifications may be required as needed.

Responsibilities

• Patch roadway.
• Repair and maintain guardrails, signs, fences, lighting, culverts and waterways.
• Participate in traffic control for maintenance activities.
• Clean litter and debris from roadways.
• Operate snow equipment for snow/ice removal.
• Mow, cut brush, weed and vegetation; spray as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance and servicing of DOT equipment and vehicles.

Education

CDL permit

Class A CDL with endorsements

Job description

The State of Iowa's Department of Transportation is seeking a Highway Technician Associate in Waverly. This hands-on, outdoor role supports road safety and maintenance, with growth opportunities across the department and a focus on serving Iowans.

The job includes roadside work, snow removal, litter pickup, equipment servicing, and adherence to safety and DOT requirements. A CDL is required within months of hire, with shift 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and possible on-call duties.