Roadway Tech: Construction Inspector & Winter Maintenance

State-of-Iow; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending

Life insurance

IPERS Retirement Package

Optional 401A plan

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking a Highway Technician to inspect construction projects in the summer and assist maintenance garages with snow removal operations in the winter. The role supports multiple areas while contributing to safer roadways and a cohesive team.

Responsibilities include inspecting materials, maintaining records, coordinating with contractors, operating snow equipment, and keeping DOT assets in good condition.

Qualifications

• Comfortable using technology and software across multiple platforms.
• Ability to perform high-volume typing tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine sampling, inspection, and testing of materials used in highway construction.
• Maintain construction records.
• Inform contractors and project inspectors of quality issues.
• Operate snow equipment to remove snow, ice, and frost from roadways.
• Perform routine maintenance and servicing of DOT equipment and vehicles.
• Repair and maintain guardrails, signs, fences, and lighting.

Skills

Tech proficiency

Typing skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking a Highway Technician to inspect construction projects in the summer and assist maintenance garages with snow removal operations in the winter. The role supports multiple areas while contributing to safer roadways and a cohesive team.

Responsibilities include inspecting materials, maintaining records, coordinating with contractors, operating snow equipment, and keeping DOT assets in good condition.