Seasonal Roadway Laborer

State of Indiana; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the State of Indiana's Department of Transportation for a seasonal role focused on highway maintenance. This position entails operating equipment, performing repairs, and ensuring safety on Indiana roadways. Candidates must be high school graduates with a valid driver's license, and enjoy working as part of a team. While this role is limited to 180 working days, it offers the opportunity to positively impact local communities.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform general highway maintenance duties.
• Operate highway maintenance and traffic equipment.
• Perform emergency response activities.

Skills

Knowledge of safety practices

Operating hand & power tools

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview:

This position is responsible for performing general highway maintenance duties that keep INDOT assets in good working condition to ensure customer satisfaction. This includes, but not limited to fleet, facilities, bridges, culverts, roadway, and right-of-way maintenance activities.

Location :

This position is located in INDOT’s LaPorte Sub District: LaPorte, Michigan City, Chesterton, and Wanatah Units

This position traditionally starts at an hourly rate of $18.00 an hour.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Complies with INDOT Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Operates basic highway maintenance and traffic equipment to maintain, repair, and clean highways and rights-of-way.
• Moves and loads supplies and materials.
• Performs emergency response activities such as: clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs, and erecting barricades.
• Performs equipment maintenance such as: minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Must possesses a valid driver’s license
• Working knowledge of appropriate safety practices associated with repair and maintenance heavy equipment, vehicles and/or motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of heavy and light duty vehicle and equipment use and maintenance.
• Skill in operating hand & power tools related to use & maintenance of vehicles & equipment.
• Ability to carry out oral and written instructions and to complete records and reports.
• Must have ability to read, write, and communicate clearly.
• Ability to follow directions and work as a part of a team.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
• Ability to carrying out basic functions on the computer.
• Ability to work in a multi-functional team.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .