Transportation Maintenance Worker (Recruit) 6-E8 (Bridge Crew) - Southwest Region

State of Michigan; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for dedicated Transportation Maintenance Workers to ensure the upkeep of state trunklines. This role involves operating heavy machinery and vehicles while performing essential maintenance tasks. Candidates will be trained to handle various equipment, contributing to the safety and efficiency of transportation infrastructure. With a strong emphasis on employee engagement and development, this position offers a chance to be part of a recognized employer that values its workforce. Join a team that plays a vital role in maintaining the state's transportation system and enhancing community safety.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school typically required.
• Possession of a CDL at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance of state trunklines within assigned areas.
• Operate vehicles and equipment for maintenance activities.

Skills

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Road Maintenance

Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Heavy Machinery

Vehicle/Trailer Combination

Job description

This position performs maintenance of state trunklines within the right-of-way for an assigned maintenance garage geographic area. This position may be trained to operate any piece of equipment or operation done in a typical maintenance garage. The major operations or equipment used is listed in the following duties. This position is required to participate in the work element system and travel with crews in assigned geographic areas of the garage. This position may be required to work region wide while on temporary assignment to the Region Maintenance facility or a traveling Crew. This position operates a vehicle or vehicle/trailer combination with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more when performing maintenance activities.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (6) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (E8) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.

For additional information, please see the links below:

• Transportation Maintenance Worker 6-E8 Position Description
• All about MDOT

For information on benefits, visitwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits orwww.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Education

Education typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

Transportation Maintenance Worker 6 (Recruit)

No specific type or amount of experience is required

Transportation Maintenance Worker 6

No specific type or amount of experience is required

Transportation Maintenance Worker 7

One year of experience equivalent to a Transportation Maintenance Worker 6 or Laborer E6 with experience in roadway, roadside, bridge, or sign maintenance, or pavement marking.

Transportation Maintenance Worker E8

Two years of experience equivalent to a Transportation Maintenance Worker, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Maintenance Worker 7; or, one year of skilled trades experience at the E9 level.

Transportation Maintenance Worker 6 (Recruit)

Possession of a Commercial Learner’s Permit at the time of hire. Continuing employment requires possession of a CDL Group A with N or X endorsement and no air break restrictions which must be obtained within twelve months from the date of hire.

Transportation Maintenance Worker 6, 7, E8

Must possess a CDL at the time of hire. **If the selected applicant has a CDL Group A or B and/or no N or X endorsement, they will be required to obtain a CDL Group A with either an N or X endorsement and no air brake restrictions which must be obtained within twelve months from the date of hire.

Transportation Maintenance Worker E8

The MDOT Statewide Work Element Coordinator must approve satisfactory completion of the MDOT TMW Work Element training and certification program.

View the classification specification at:

https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/T/TransportationMaintenanceWorker.pdf

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Logan Bristol at [e-mail].