Roadway Maintenance Technician — Winter Ops

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Wellness rewards program

Health savings account

Pension options

Paid leave and holidays

Education reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Free parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The State of Indiana, through the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Indianapolis Unit, is looking for an entry-level Highway Technician. You will perform general maintenance on Indiana highways, including trash pickup, pothole filling, drainage maintenance, and winter snow operations.

The role requires mandatory overtime for emergencies and offers a clear path to advancement. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour, with CDL holders earning an additional $1 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment.
• Pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
• Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Ability to operate specialty traffic equipment (e.g. bucket trucks, paint equipment, etc.)
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Indiana Department of Transportation safety policies and procedures.
• Operate basic highway maintenance/ traffic equipment to maintain, repair and clean highways and rights-of-way.
• Move and load supplies and materials.
• Perform winter operations duties including snow and ice removal.
• Perform emergency response activities such as clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs and erecting barricades.
• Perform regular inspections and routine equipment maintenance such as: minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.

Skills

CDL Class A/B

Lifting 50 lbs

Teamwork

Overtime readiness

Operate traffic equipment

Tools

Traffic control equipment

Job description

The State of Indiana, through the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Indianapolis Unit, is looking for an entry-level Highway Technician. You will perform general maintenance on Indiana highways, including trash pickup, pothole filling, drainage maintenance, and winter snow operations.

The role requires mandatory overtime for emergencies and offers a clear path to advancement. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour, with CDL holders earning an additional $1 per hour.