Construction Transportation Technician I/II - R2

State of Utah Office of the Governor•Salt Lake City, UT

4d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is hiring a Construction Transportation Technician to support highway construction projects. The position may be filled at the Transportation Technician I or II level depending on qualifications and experience. Most employees begin at Technician I and can advance by completing training through UDOT’s Construction Transportation Program (CTP). UDOT provides extensive online and field training to prepare employees for advancement and certifications, with wage increases as employees progress through the program. The role supports construction inspection, materials testing, project documentation, and monitoring contractor work to help ensure transportation projects are completed safely and according to plans and specifications. Technicians may also assist with roadway maintenance after training, including snow removal during winter storms. The job is based at Region Two Construction in Salt Lake City and requires the ability to report to Region Two within a 30-minute response time and be available 24 hours for emergency response. It involves frequent exposure to live traffic and hazardous weather, outdoor work, and physical exertion. A smartphone with a data plan is required; UDOT provides a monthly taxable allowance to help cover its cost. The position pays $22.44–$25.22 per hour. Additional pay opportunities include shift differentials for nights, weekends, and holidays. Benefits include health insurance, retirement/pension options, and paid time off. Applicants must successfully pass a criminal history check and pre-employment drug testing; random drug and alcohol testing is conducted after hire. A Class A CDL is required or must be obtained within 18–24 months through UDOT-provided training. Current CDL holders and learner permit holders must register with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Requirements

Have a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or be able to obtain one within 18–24 months through UDOT-provided training.
Be able to report to Region Two within a 30-minute response time and provide 24-hour availability for emergency response.
Have a smartphone with a data plan.
Be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Commit to completing required training and certifications through the Transportation Technician Education Program (TEP).
Successfully pass a criminal history check.
Pass pre-employment drug testing and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.
Current commercial driver license and learner permit holders must register with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

Experience with materials sampling or testing, including soil, concrete, or asphalt.
Experience with construction logs, blueprints, or reading project plans.
A Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Construction or maintenance experience on highway or roadway projects.
Professional experience operating heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

Assist with inspection and documentation of UDOT construction projects.
Perform materials testing to ensure compliance with project specifications.
Monitor contractor work to verify it meets project plans and standards.
Document construction progress using department software systems.
Work with contractors and project teams to support successful project completion.
Work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
After training, assist with roadway maintenance operations as needed, including snow removal during winter storms.
Complete required training and certifications through the Transportation Technician Education Program (TEP).

Benefits

High-quality health insurance.
Stable retirement/pension options.
Generous paid time off.
Shift differential pay for nights, weekends, and holidays.
UDOT-provided monthly taxable allowance to help cover the cost of a smartphone data plan.
Wage increases as employees progress through the Construction Training Program (CTP).
Extensive online and field training to prepare employees for advancement and certifications.

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