Transportation Generalist - Highway Maintenance / Snow & Ice - Olivia (2 Positions)

State of Minnesota; Olivia (MN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays per year

C pension plan and benefits

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is hiring a Transportation Generalist for Highway Maintenance / Snow & Ice in Olivia, MN. The role supports road upkeep, winter operations, and related roadway services at a day shift, with overtime during events.

Candidates must hold a valid CDL (A or B), obtain a tanker endorsement before hire, and acquire a Class A license within six months. Benefits include comprehensive state employment programs and safety training.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B Driver’s License with no air brake restriction.
• Must obtain a Tanker Endorsement prior to hire and Class A license within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform roadside and roadway surface maintenance tasks.
• Operate and monitor snow and ice control activities during winter operations.
• Provide traffic control and assist with basic construction monitoring.
• Maintain documentation and logs as required.

Skills

Valid CDL A/B license

Tanker endorsement

Class A license within 6 months

Driving heavy equipment experience

Education

Heavy Equipment Operation & Maintenance program

Job description

Transportation Generalist - Highway Maintenance / Snow & Ice - Olivia (2 Positions)

The Minnesota Department of Transportation employs people of all backgrounds and skill levels to connect members of our communities through a safe, equitable, and sustainable transportation system.We offer many employment opportunities in a wide variety of career fields that support our work. We are committed to giving our employees the tools and resources needed to grow and advance their careers. To help our workforce thrive, we offer our employees excellent training opportunities and recognize the benefits of cultivating a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace culture that builds on the perspectives and strengths of all employees. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of colleagues, driven by their work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you do and see the benefits you provide to Minnesotans and all people using our transportation system such as state highways, railways, and airports.

We hope you will join us to find your purpose in state service!

Working Title: Transportation Generalist - Highway Maintenance / Snow & Ice - Olivia (2 Positions)
Job Class: Transportation Generalist
Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID: 97652
• Location: Olivia
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers. (NOTE: These positions are open concurrently for MnDOT District 8 promotional, Statewide voluntary transfer, and open competitive. MnDOT District 8 promotional interest will be considered first, followed by Statewide voluntary transfer, and open competitive last.)
• Date Posted: 10/10/2026
• Closing Date: 10/26/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 8-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: District 8 - Willmar / Hutchinson Maintenance Area
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Summer: 6:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Thursday; Winter: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $25.19 - $31.60 / hourly; $52,596 - $65,980 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Duringsnow and ice operations employees are split into two shifts and will work 8 hours or moredepending on the event. Hours will include overtime and various shifts, including nights,weekends, and holidays.

The incumbent will be subject to drug and alcohol testing; an individual not currently in the random pool must pass apre-placement drug test for evidence of use marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines (MDMA,MDA and MDEA) and acetylmorphine (6-AM). The incumbent must also be registered in the Federal Motor Carrier SafetyAdministration’s Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

In case of roadway emergencies or weather events the incumbents must have immediate access to a phone and be able to report to assigned work locations within one hour of being called.

Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to:

Function: Road Surface/Roadside Maintenance:

• Perform all activities required for roadside maintenance
• Perform all roadway surface maintenance activities
Service and make minor repairs to operating equipment
• Provide traffic control
• Perform basic construction monitoring duties and basic inspection activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Function:Snow and Ice

Performs Snow & Ice duties such as:

• Maintains roadways for snow and ice control
• Prepares and inspects winter equipment
• Performs preseason snow route inspection and performs post storm cleanup
• Performs winter stockpile setup and transfer of anti-icing and de-icingn chemicals
• Maintains documentation on snow and ice data for accurate reporting of inventory and resource management
• Performs traffic control set-ups and/or provides notification to dispatch of disabled vehicles

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

NOTE: Please ensure that your resumeclearly addresses the required experiences/skills listed below in order to continue in the hiring process.

Valid Class A or B Driver’s License and no air brake restriction.Must obtain a Tanker Endorsement prior to hire. Must obtain a Class A License within 6 months of hire. Must maintain license throughout employment. Please list type of CDL (A or B) on resume. ( Veterans may be eligible for a waiver of CDL based on military experience. Please contact your County Veteran Service Officer( Find a CVSO ) to obtain a copy of your VMET DD2586.)

Exam Part 1: The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist level can be achieved with:

Experience:One (1) year of experience performing activities in snow and ice, soils, road surface maintenance, roadside maintenance, bridge maintenance, signs, or related activities (roadway maintenance, driving commercial vehicles, commercial landscaping, operating heavy equipment, or farm experience).

OR

Education: Successful completion of a Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance Program (of at least 60 semester credits; or 90 quarter credits) will substitute for one year of experience.

Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak, and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Exam Part 2:Candidates that are made a contingent job offer will be invited to take a computerized Math and Reading Assessment Test. The required passing score for the Math portion is a level 3 or higher and the Reading portion is a level 4 or higher. (Acceptance of the offer is contingent on passing a math and reading assessment test.) If you’ve previously taken and passed the math and reading assessments, you may be exempt from retesting.Please check with your district HR office.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous MnDOT experience working as a Laborer, Transportation Associate or Transportation Generalist.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work nights; may be required to work outside exposed to the weather elements (both hot and cold) on an intermittent basis. The employee will drive a motor vehicle in on & off road conditions. Periodically, the employee will walk on even and uneven sloping ground. The employee must frequently and continually rotate through various body positions (standing, twisting, bending, sitting, kneeling, squatting). The employee will occasionally operate machinery and equipment (Using vision and hearing) under varying temperatures. The employee may need to infrequently move between 50 and 70 pounds by pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying. The employee must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment to protect the head, eyes, hearing, respiration, visibility, and feet from injury.

Additional Requirements

**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check**

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Driver's License Check - A revoked or suspended Driver's License or major violation within the last five (5) years or a combination of minor violations and/or at-fault in the last three (3) years will disqualify a candidate.

This position is contingent upon the selected candidate having a valid Commercial Driver's License, submits to a Federal Department of Transportation Pre-employment drug test (with negative results), is subject to future random drug and alcohol testing and is registered in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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