Facilities Repair Specialist

State of Indiana•Fort Wayne, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Repair Specialist manages staff and participates in preventive maintenance and maintenance repair work for the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). The employee supervises a crew of skilled maintenance workers under general instructions and standard trade practices, and reports to the Maintenance Supervisor. This position is with INDOT’s Fort Wayne District. The traditionally starting pay rate is $22.00 per hour and may be adjusted based on education and work experience. Eligible CDL holders, or employees who obtain the required CDL and endorsements within 90 days, earn an additional $1 per hour; onsite CDL training is provided by certified INDOT staff. The role includes highway maintenance and repair, winter operations, emergency response, equipment inspections and routine maintenance, work documentation, and installation and maintenance of traffic signs and markings. Depending on assignment, additional duties may involve asset inspection, bridge maintenance and inspection, contract inspection, heavy equipment operation, herbicide application, or support for construction projects and materials testing. Workday attendance at assigned worksites is an essential function. Supervisory duties may be assigned based on agency needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; a degree is not required.
Possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or obtain one within the first 90 days of employment.
Pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
General knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws, regulations, principles, and practices relevant to highway construction inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair.
Broad knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical documents.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical activities including lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for extended periods.
Ability to endure exposure to inclement weather.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Heavy Equipment Operator assignment: valid Class A CDL and six months of training or experience operating heavy construction equipment.
Herbicide assignment: ability to obtain and maintain Core Herbicide and Class 6 Herbicide licenses.
Shared workforce assignment: completion of Certified Highway Technician Construction Courses or Highway Technician Testing Courses, as applicable.

Responsibilities

Comply with INDOT safety policies and procedures.
Operate basic highway maintenance and traffic equipment to maintain, repair, and clean highways and rights-of-way.
Perform winter operations, including snow and ice removal.
Respond to emergencies, including cleanup, traffic control, bridge or lane closures, sign placement, and erecting barricades.
Inspect equipment and perform routine maintenance, minor repairs, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
Complete job documentation, including entries in the Work Management System (WMS).
Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers, and pavement markings.
Coordinate assigned work and ensure required materials and equipment are available.
Communicate employee issues and provide feedback to the Supervisor.
Depending on assignment, inspect INDOT assets and culverts and evaluate their maintenance needs and condition.
Depending on assignment, maintain, repair, and inspect bridge structures; investigate bridge and large-culvert complaints and coordinate follow-up.
Depending on assignment, inspect maintenance contracts and complete related paperwork.
Depending on assignment, operate heavy and specialized equipment and maintain or repair light and heavy equipment and hand tools.
Depending on assignment, operate and calibrate herbicide and pesticide equipment, maintain application records, and perform chemical application and landscape projects.
Depending on assignment, support construction projects, assess contract compliance and work quality, and perform materials sampling or testing.
Perform other duties and activities as assigned.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, and vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with biweekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies, including 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.