What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Technician position at Iowa Department of Transportation?
Salary $45,177.60 - $61,110.40 Annually
Location Tipton - 52772 - Cedar County, IA
Job Type Full-time
Agency 645 Iowa Department of Transportation
Job Number 23-02222
Closing 1/15/2023 11:59 PM Central
Point of Contact William Kreinbring, William.Kreinbring@iowadot.us
Job Description
The Iowa DOT is looking for road heroes and snow fighters to join our team! As our newest Highway Technician, you ll spend your days outside doing whatever it takes to make Iowa highways safer while fulfilling our Mission - Making Lives Better Through Transportation. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the IDOT s Core Values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception alongside your IDOT teammates. One day you ll be inspecting construction projects, the next you might be grading or assisting with maintenance activities. Each day is a new adventure.
While a CDL permit is required upon hire, you must have your Class A and endorsements / restrictions CDL within 5 months following your appointment. CDL Training for Iowa DOT employees is provided!! Entry Level Driver Training is available if you do not already possess a Class A and endorsements / restrictions CDL for positions that require it. Those eligible will receive both hands-on Behind-the-Wheel Range and Road training, with web-based Theory training, to fulfill required state and federal regulations.
Location: Tipton Maintenance Garage - Within five (5) months, employees are required to reside within 45 minutes driving time, during normal conditions, from assigned work location.
Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, hours may vary and subject to call 24 hours a day during emergency and / or weather conditions; occasional overnight travel
Pay Range: $24.50 to $29.38 an hour
Rain or shine, you ll keep the roads safe by:
Supporting IDOT in day-to-day activities including, but not limited to:
What we offer YOU:
Single: $54/mo. employee share; $715/mo. state share
Family: $180/mo. employee share; $1,624.00/mo. state share
Are you looking for something new? Apply today!
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the following email: aa-eeo@iowadot.us
Reasonable accommodation such as: interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment / devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
While a CDL permit is required upon hire, you must have your Class A and endorsements / restrictions CDL within 5 months following your appointment. CDL Training for Iowa DOT employees is provided!! Entry Level Driver Training is available if you do not already possess a Class A and endorsements / restrictions CDL for positions that require it. Those eligible will receive both hands-on Behind-the-Wheel Range and Road training, with web-based Theory training, to fulfill required state and federal regulations.
Location: Tipton Maintenance Garage - Within five (5) months, employees are required to reside within 45 minutes driving time, during normal conditions, from assigned work location.
Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, hours may vary and subject to call 24 hours a day during emergency and / or weather conditions; occasional overnight travel
Pay Range: $24.50 to $29.38 an hour
Rain or shine, you ll keep the roads safe by:
Supporting IDOT in day-to-day activities including, but not limited to:
- conducting routine sampling, inspection, and testing of materials used in highway construction
- maintaining construction records
- informing contractors and project inspectors of construction quality issues and/or non-complying work
- mowing / cutting brush
- repairing roadside waterways
- paving projects
- participating in traffic control
- performing routine maintenance and service of DOT equipment and vehicles
- using DOT technical devices and software applications
- disposing of litter and debris
- operating snow equipment
What we offer YOU:
- Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
Single: $54/mo. employee share; $715/mo. state share
Family: $180/mo. employee share; $1,624.00/mo. state share
- Other insurance options available. Please review HERE (Download PDF reader)
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
- Optional 401A plan with employer contributions
- Employee Discount Programs from variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial)
Are you looking for something new? Apply today!
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the following email: aa-eeo@iowadot.us
Reasonable accommodation such as: interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment / devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
- Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency.
- A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience, where one year of high school education equals one year of full-time work in highway maintenance or equipment operation.
For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description. (Download PDF reader)
Additional Qualification Requirements
- Positions in this class require possession of a valid Commercial Learner s Permit upon hire. Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, a valid Commercial Driver s License with the required endorsements and applicable restrictions must be obtained and subsequently maintained to continue employment.
- In conjunction with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (parts 40 and 382), this job requires a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer s random drug and alcohol testing program and will be subject to the regulations regarding the Federal drug and alcohol testing program.
- Prior to starting employment, all persons are required to have a post offer, pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described.
- Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to obtain and maintain Herbicide Applicator certification from the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.
- Positions require certification for testing materials and operating specialized equipment as required by the Iowa Department of Transportation s Technical Training and Certification Program for Highway Materials and Construction; and/or other certifications as required.
- Travel, including overnight travel, may be required for positions in this class. Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work areas.
- Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, employees in designated positions are required to reside within a defined driving time, during normal conditions, from the assigned work location.
- Employees must respond to emergency situations as required.
- Employees must be able to work up to 16 consecutive hours.
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