Highway Technician

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Highway Technician works for the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), Central Office, Materials and Test division. The role supports highway and bridge maintenance, testing, construction, or geotechnical work depending on assignment. It requires compliance with INDOT safety policies, attendance at assigned worksite(s), and may be used in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Core work includes operating highway maintenance and traffic equipment; maintaining, repairing, and cleaning highways and rights-of-way; supporting winter operations; conducting routine equipment inspections and maintenance; maintaining traffic signs and pavement markings; and assisting with emergency response. Depending on assignment, the technician may provide bridge maintenance expertise, collect and test construction materials, assist with construction inspections, maintain facilities and brine systems, or operate geotechnical laboratory equipment and conduct soil and rock testing. The position traditionally starts at $24.26 per hour, with pay potentially commensurate with education and work experience. Employees with a current CDL and required endorsements, or who obtain them within 90 days, earn an additional $1 per hour. Onsite CDL training is provided by certified INDOT staff. A degree is not required; a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Requirements

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.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local highway guidelines, laws, regulations, principles, and practices relevant to construction inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair.
Knowledge of drafting and surveying techniques.
Ability to independently lead and coordinate the work of a field crew.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical documents.
Ability to endure exposure to inclement weather.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods.
For Testing assignments: ability to read, interpret, and follow AASHTO, ASTM, INDOT specifications, and Indiana Test Methods (ITM), and ability to pass the INDOT Certified Testing Technician program.
For Construction assignments: ability to pass the INDOT Certified Inspector program.
For Geotechnical Services assignments: ability to pass the Office’s proficiency exams in Classification & Atterberg, Electrochemical, Strength & Proctor, and Resilient Modulus testing.
A degree is not required; a high school diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Comply with INDOT safety policies and procedures.
Operate highway maintenance and traffic equipment to maintain, repair, and clean highways and rights-of-way.
Ensure staff complete assigned work and report problems to supervisors.
Communicate with contractors to ensure procedures comply with INDOT standards and specifications.
Perform winter operations, including snow and ice removal.
Inspect and maintain equipment, including minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers, and pavement markings.
Perform emergency response activities, including clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs, and erecting barricades.
Depending on assignment, provide crews with technical expertise and oversight for bridge maintenance and operate bridge equipment.
Depending on assignment, collect and test construction materials, record test results, and visit producer plants, construction sites, or INDOT facilities to obtain samples.
Depending on assignment, assist with construction inspection and ensure tests, measurements, and inspections are completed and recorded in a timely manner.
Depending on assignment, maintain facilities and repair or install brine-making and storage systems.
Depending on assignment, maintain qualifications for soil testing procedures and operate geotechnical laboratory equipment to test soil and rock samples.
Depending on assignment, perform advanced soil and rock testing, including Resilient Modulus, strength, Proctor, Sulfate, and Organic tests.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, plus vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match
Two fully funded pension plan options
Paid New Parent Leave and paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Paid community service leave
Combined paid vacation, personal, and sick leave
Paid holidays
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free parking for most positions
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