Winter Seasonal Maintenance Worker

State of Indiana; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

Job summary

The Seasonal Winter Maintenance Worker role with the State of Indiana's INDOT is based in the LaPorte Sub District, serving LaPorte, Michigan City, Chesterton and Wanatah.

You will operate snow plows and traffic equipment, perform winter maintenance, signs, and safety tasks. A valid Class A or B CDL and driver's license are required; you must pass a drug test and be able to lift 50 pounds; expect varied winter hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A or B CDL required.
• Must pass drug test and carry a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate snow plow and winter maintenance equipment.
• Repair/maintain traffic signs and pavement markings.
• Perform emergency response tasks and document work in WMS.

Skills

CDL

Driver's license

Drug test

Lifting 50 lbs

Team work

Education

High School Diploma or HSE

Tools

Snow plow

Traffic equipment

Job description

Work for Indiana

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.

Work for Indiana

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

A CDL is required for this position.

This position is responsible for performing general highway maintenance duties that keep INDOT assets in good working condition to ensure customer satisfaction. Seasonal Winter Program Workers perform snow and ice removal and related maintenance duties by operation of snow plow, and other winter operations duties as required. Traffic maintenance duties such as repairing and installing traffic signs and pavement markings are also required job duties for this position.

Hiring Event Information - Open interviews will be held

• Date: Tuesday, October 6th, 2026
• Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm (Local Time)
• Location:LaPorte Subdistrict Office- 315 East Boyd Boulevard, LaPorte, IN 46350

If you attend this event please bring your license, MEC and education documents. If you are unable to attend, separate interviews will be conducted at later dates.

Preferred Start Dates

Start on any of the following dates and receive a $250 sign on bonus.

• November 9th, 2026
• December 7th, 2026

Retention Bonus

A $500 retention bonus offered to Winter Seasonal Maintenance Worker working full-time hired on or before 12/7/26 who stay through 3/27/27.

Location

This Seasonal Winter position is in INDOT's LaPorte Sub District, locations include: LaPorte, Michigan City, Chesterton, and Wanatah.

Pay Rate

This position pays an hourly rate of $21.00.

A Day In The Life

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Operate basic highway maintenance and traffic equipment to maintain, repair, and clean highways and right-of-way.
• Move and load supplies and materials.
• Winter operation duties including snow and ice removal.
• Perform emergency response activities such as: clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs, and erecting barricades.
• Perform equipment maintenance such as: minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
• Comply with INDOT Safety Policies and Procedures.;
• Perform miscellaneous labor tasks.
• Perform job documentation tasks such as entry into the Work Management System (WMS).

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 High School Equivalent (HSE) preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Required to submit to and pass a drug test as a condition of employment.
• Must have the ability to move 50 pounds.
• Must have the ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
• Must have the ability to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Must have the ability to operate specialty traffic equipment (e.g. bucket trucks, paint equipment, etc.).
• Must have the ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Must have the ability to work unpredictable and non-traditional hours as necessary to perform winter operations activities.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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] .