Transportation technician

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Washington County, UT

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 41657

Agency : 810 Department of Transportation

Unit : 4473 DOT Purgatory

Opening Date : 06 / 03 / 2024

Closing Date : 6 / 17 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Mountain

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Recruiter : April Nicholls, anicholls@utah.gov

of Openings :

Location : UDOT Purgatory Maintenance Station : 5340 W 200 S Hurricane, UT 84737

Background Check : You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Schedule Code : B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.

Schedule Code Description : This position requires a 12-month probationary period. Current State employees who have already passed a probationary period will not be required to complete another one.

Benefits : This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.

Driver License Requirements : Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link : https : / / adminrules.

utah.gov / public / search / driver eligibility / Current Rules

EEO Statement : The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY : 800-346-4128.

Job Description

There are plenty of reasons to come and work for one of the nation's leading Department of Transportation. Chief among them is the value placed on our employees.

As a Transportation Technician you will have many opportunities to grow and advance. Here are some highlights of being a Transportation Technician with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) :

• An entry level wage of $20.74. Then, as you advance through the Transportation Education Program (TEP) levels , you will receive wage increases.
• Earn additional compensation for on call, shift differential, weekends, and holiday snow removal.
• You can choose your path. As you advance, there are various areas you can specialize in (example : Maintenance, Construction, Inspection, etc.). You control your career.
• You will receive extensive online and field training opportunities at your own pace, to prepare you for advancement.

Everyone says that they offer fantastic benefits, but we actually do! Here's a breakdown of what you can enjoy :

• Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP) :
• 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage.)
• 5 dental plan options (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage.)
• 4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare

Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS) :

• Employees hired on or after 7 / 1 / 2011 and have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.
• Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Pension and possible employer 401(k) contribution
• Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer 401(k) contribution

Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7 / 1 / 2011 are in

Paid Time Off - Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick). Annual leave increases with years of service, sick leave does not.

There are also 12 paid holidays.

We also offer several other benefits. Click here to view a summary of the benefits we offer.

The Position The Utah Department of Transportation is looking for a hard working, hands-on individual to fill a Transportation Technician II position in Region Four's Purgatory Maintenance Station located at 5340 W 200 S Hurricane, UT 84737.

This is a very important position that is part of a team that oversees / is involved with the construction and maintenance of state roads and Keeps Utah Moving as safely and efficiently as possible.

Principle Duties

As a Transportation Technician you will perform inspection and testing of materials and use a variety of software in the management of construction projects.

You will also operate heavy machinery from snowplows to backhoes to maintain the roads, inspect and test materials placed, and use software in the management of the Departments assets.

Each Transportation Technician is expected to become proficient in areas of Construction and Maintenance, including but not limited to the following :

• Removing snow from state roadways using snowplows / graders / blowers, etc.
• Performing general maintenance to roadway and drainage features.
• Performing general maintenance on equipment.
• Performing construction inspection and documentation on the work performed by contractors.
• Performing materials testing and providing the associated required documentation to ensure features are constructed / installed according to project plans and specifications.
• Working with contractors to complete construction, maintenance and permit projects.
• Perform vegetation management including herbicide application.
• Completing other duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this position is someone who :

• Has a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or is able to obtain one within 60 days after hire through Department-provided training and participate in the Region's snow plan. See .
• Is able and willing to report to the Region Four's Purgatory Maintenance Station located at 5340 W 200 S Hurricane, UT 84737, within a 30-minute response time.
• Is able and willing to provide 24-hour availability.
• Will self provide a smartphone with data and will be eligible to receive a monthly taxable allowance to offset the cost of cell plans.

See UDOT Policy 02-26 Cell Phones

• Is able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Is reliable and can work well in a team environment.
• Is able and willing to complete continued education in the UDOT Transportation Education Program (TEP).
• Obtain certifications required by the Region within the first year and keep those certifications current.

This position may be filled at the Transportation Technician I level for applicants who do not meet the preferences listed below.

In order to qualify at the Transportation Technician I level, applicants must have a class "A" CDL or be able to obtain one within 60 days after hire.

After hire, applicant will need to complete all TEP, maintenance equipment, and construction certification requirements.

Preferences

Preference may be given to applicants who have :

• A Class "A" Commercial Driver's License.
• Transportation Education Program (TEP) Transportation Technician II Training.
• UDOT maintenance / construction experience.
• Professional work experience with and / or knowledge of roadway maintenance / construction and snow removal.

Supplemental Information

Here is some additional information of which you should be aware :

• This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing of employees after hire. A conditional offer of employment may be made pending drug test results.
• This position requires you to frequently be exposed to hazards and discomforts of traffic and environmental conditions due to the nature of the work assignment.
• This position requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.

in a recurring manner and / or for long periods of time.

Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director / Group Leader.

Why Should You Join Our Team? The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you.

Our mission statement is, "Enhance quality of life through transportation." We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy.

We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want - and we make sure they can do it safely.

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring.

If these are your values too, you'll be a great fit.

Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits.

Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click to view a summary of the benefits we offer.

The Agency UDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths.

Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying.

UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.

For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation please click .

Benefits :

The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program.

Please click the following link for a detailed information page : To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

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As part of this application process, you must provide your work history in the work history section of your application. Failure to provide this information may result in disqualification.

Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your work history, otherwise you may not receive credit.

I have read and understand the above statement

Do you currently have a valid Utah Class "A" Commercial Driver's License or are you able to obtain one within 60 days after hire with Department-provided training?

• Yes, I have a Class 'A' CDL with a tanker "N" endorsement.
• Yes, I have a Class 'A' CDL with other or no endorsements.
• No, but I am able to obtain one within 60 days after hire through UDOT provided CDL training

Selected applicant must live in or be willing to relocate to within a 30-minute response time to the Purgatory Maintenance Station located at 5340 W 200 S Hurricane, UT 84737.

Do you currently meet this requirement or are you willing to relocate to meet this requirement? The drive time requirement assumes normal conditions and observance of traffic laws.

• Yes, I already meet this requirement
• No, but I am willing to relocate

The current hourly wage is $20.74 per hour. Are you willing to accept this wage? Current State employee wage will be based on UDOT and / or DHRM Rule.

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Already a State employee

Selected applicant must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Are you able to safely perform this function with or without reasonable accommodations?

This position requires 24-hour, 7-days-a-week availability, overtime, and varied work schedules including rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends depending on inclement weather, job assignment, and emergencies.

Are you able to work this type of schedule?

This position requires completing the in-house Transportation Education Program (TEP) requirements, and obtaining various equipment and materials certification, etc.

Are you willing to complete the necessary schooling and training to receive certifications and licenses required for this position?

From the list below, select the types of roadway maintenance you have performed for at least 6 months. Maintenance experience must be documented in your work history.

• None
• Guardrail install or repair
• Sign install or repair
• Fence install or repair
• Crack or joint seal
• Culvert or catch basin
• Roadside mowing
• Vegetation control
• Traffic control

From the list below, select the types of roadway construction experience you have performed for at least 6 months. Construction experience must be documented in your work history.

• None
• Project documentation
• Project materials testing
• Project inspection
• Calculate materials quantities

From the list below, select the types of heavy equipment that you have operated for at least 6 months. Experience operating heavy equipment must be documented in your work history.

• None
• 10 Wheeler Truck
• Backhoe
• Front-end Loader
• Grader
• Snowplow
• Tractor

How many months of Utah Department of Transportation maintenance / construction experience do you have? UDOT experience must be documented in your work history.

• None
• Less than 6 months
• Up to 12 months
• Up to 24 months
• 25 months or more

How many months of highway / roadway maintenance / construction experience do you have outside of the Utah Department of Transportation?

Include experience in your work history.

• None
• Less than 6 months
• Up to 12 months
• Up to 24 months
• 25 or more months

Do you have any relatives who currently work for UDOT? Per UDOT Policy, relatives are defined as : spouse, child, parent, and sibling, grandparent, grandchild, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, first cousin, (including in-laws and step relatives) or cohabitating employees.

If you do have relatives working for UDOT, please list the name, relationship, and work location for each relative.If you do not have relatives currently working for UDOT please enter "N / A".

Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.

• State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com / careers / utah)
• Referred by a Friend or Family
• Indeed
• Other External Job Board or Site
• LinkedIn
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov)
• Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc.)
• Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague)
• University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc.)
• Contacted by a Recruiter
• Career or Job Fair
• Internship
• Interviewed for different position
• Internal communications (Agency / Division, etc.)
• Other (not listed above)

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