Seasonal Transportation Technician I - Saratoga Springs
About The Position
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Region Three is hiring a Seasonal Transportation Technician I to support operations at the Saratoga Springs Maintenance Station. This seasonal, career-service-exempt position is time-limited and at-will. The salary range is $22.44–$24.79, depending on experience. The position requires a current Class A Commercial Driver License upon hire and the ability to report to the maintenance station within 30 minutes during call-outs. Work includes outdoor roadway maintenance in all weather conditions, with night work, on-call availability, and prompt response during severe weather and winter storms. Applicants must pass a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug test; random drug testing may occur after hire. The application is open until filled. The technician operates heavy equipment and performs specialized roadway maintenance, including snow and ice removal, repairs to signs, fences, guardrails, and other roadway features, and inspection and maintenance of vehicles, tools, and equipment. The role also assists with urgent roadway issues and storm response. The Utah Department of Transportation’s mission is to enhance quality of life through transportation. Its stated culture emphasizes trust, teamwork, and flexibility, and its values are respect, integrity, and caring.
Requirements
- Possess a current Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) upon hire.
- Be able to report to the Saratoga Springs Maintenance Station within 30 minutes during call-outs.
- Be willing to work nights, be on call, and respond promptly during severe weather and winter storms.
- Be able to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Be dependable, motivated, safety-minded, and able to work as a team player.
- Successfully pass a criminal history check.
- Pass a pre-employment drug test; random drug testing may occur after hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous UDOT, heavy roadway maintenance, or highway construction experience.
- Experience operating heavy equipment and CDL vehicles.
- Experience with commercial snow removal and winter driving operations.
Responsibilities
- Clear state roadways of snow and ice using snowplows, graders, blowers, and other specialized heavy equipment.
- Repair traffic signs, fences, guardrails, and other critical roadway features.
- Safely operate, inspect, and maintain CDL-restricted vehicles, tools, and heavy equipment.
- Assist with urgent roadway issues and storm response as needed.
- Respond promptly to call-outs, including during severe weather and winter storms.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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