Highway Technician Associate - Clarinda
About The Position
The Iowa Department of Transportation is hiring a Highway Technician Associate at the Clarinda Maintenance Garage. The role involves a variety of outdoor highway-maintenance activities in changing weather conditions to help keep Iowa highways and interstates safe. Work hours are scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, but may vary. Employees may be on call 24 hours a day during emergencies or weather conditions, and some overnight travel may be required. Within five months, employees must reside within 45 minutes’ driving time, under normal conditions, of the assigned work location. The position requires a commercial driver’s license permit upon hire, followed by a Class A CDL with applicable endorsements and restrictions within five months of hire. Entry-level driver training is available through Iowa DOT after hire. Applicants must pass a successful U.S. DOT Clearinghouse query, a pre-employment physical, and a pre-employment drug screen, and must participate in ongoing random drug and alcohol testing. Pesticide/herbicide or other certifications may also be required as needed. The State of Iowa offers a benefits package that includes insurance, paid leave, retirement options, and employee discounts. Iowa DOT complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations. The State of Iowa uses E-Verify to confirm newly hired employees’ employment eligibility and complies with federal Right to Work laws.
Requirements
- Obtain a CDL permit upon hire.
- Obtain a Class A CDL and applicable endorsements/restrictions within five months following hire; entry-level driver training is available upon hire through Iowa DOT.
- Pass a successful U.S. DOT Clearinghouse query.
- Pass a pre-employment physical verifying the ability to perform the described duties.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screen and participate in ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.
- Meet at least one minimum qualification: graduate from high school or have a GED/equivalency; or have a total of four years of education and/or full-time experience, with one year of high school education equivalent to one year of full-time work in highway maintenance or equipment operation.
- Within five months, reside within 45 minutes’ driving time under normal conditions from the assigned work location.
Nice To Haves
- May be required to obtain pesticide/herbicide certifications or other certifications as needed.
Responsibilities
- Mow and cut brush.
- Dispose of litter and debris.
- Repair roadside waterways.
- Operate snow equipment.
- Work on grading and paving projects.
- Assist paint and bridge crews.
- Participate in traffic control for maintenance activities.
- Perform routine maintenance and service of DOT equipment and vehicles.
- Use DOT technical devices and software applications.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance.
- Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Paid time off effective immediately, including biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, rollover of accruals yearly, and nine paid holidays per year.
- Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) retirement package with employer match.
- Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
- Employee discount programs from a variety of vendors, including vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling, legal, and financial services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
