Seasonal Winter CDL Driver – Highway Maintenance

State of Indiana; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $250

Retention bonus $500

Seasonal winter work in Gary area

Job summary

The State of Indiana, through INDOT, is seeking seasonal winter maintenance workers based in the Gary Sub District. This year’s role focuses on snow and ice removal, traffic sign repairs, and winter-related duties using standard maintenance equipment.

A CDL is required, and interviews will be held in Gary, IN. Starting immediately, you can earn $21.00 per hour with a potential sign‑on bonus and retention incentive for full‑time hires meeting timing requirements.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or HSE preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A or Class B CDL.
• Required to pass a drug test as a condition of employment.
• Ability to move 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate highway maintenance and traffic equipment to maintain highways and right‑of‑way.
• Move and load supplies and materials.
• Winter operations including snow and ice removal.
• Emergency response tasks: traffic control, lane closures, signs and barricades.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and pre‑trip inspections.
• Adhere to INDOT safety policies and document work in the system.

Skills

CDL

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Weather resilience

Education

High school diploma or HSE

Job description

The State of Indiana, through INDOT, is seeking seasonal winter maintenance workers based in the Gary Sub District. This year’s role focuses on snow and ice removal, traffic sign repairs, and winter-related duties using standard maintenance equipment.

A CDL is required, and interviews will be held in Gary, IN. Starting immediately, you can earn $21.00 per hour with a potential sign‑on bonus and retention incentive for full‑time hires meeting timing requirements.