Seasonal Winter Program Worker

State of Indiana•Vincennes, IN

About The Position

The Seasonal Winter Program Worker supports the Indiana Department of Transportation’s Vincennes District with winter highway operations and fleet maintenance. The role involves operating highway maintenance and traffic equipment, maintaining and cleaning highways and rights-of-way, moving supplies, and helping with snow and ice removal. Workers also assist with emergency response, traffic control, lane closures, sign and barricade placement, vehicle recovery, and roadside repairs. The position supports mechanics with diagnosing and repairing equipment, changing tires, oil changes, brake replacement, routine servicing, and winter-specific equipment upkeep. Diesel engine experience is strongly preferred; workers with this experience may help diagnose common diesel and exhaust-system issues and perform basic diesel repairs and maintenance. The role also includes equipment inspections, refueling, shop cleanliness, safety compliance, and job documentation in the Work Management System. Duties may change or be assigned as needed. This seasonal position is limited to 180 working days within an eleven-month continuous period and does not offer benefits.

Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must submit to and pass a drug test as a condition of employment.
Must be able to move 50 pounds.
Must be able to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods.
Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
Must be able to operate specialty traffic equipment, such as bucket trucks and paint equipment.
Must be able to follow directions and work as part of a team.
Must be able to work unpredictable and non-traditional hours as necessary for winter operations.
Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or High School Equivalent (HSE) preferred.
Diesel engine experience strongly preferred.
Basic mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

Operate basic highway maintenance and traffic equipment to maintain, repair, and clean highways and rights-of-way.
Move and load supplies and materials.
Perform winter operations, including snow and ice removal.
Perform emergency response activities, including cleanup, traffic control, lane closures, sign placement, and erecting barricades.
Perform equipment maintenance, including minor repairs, preventive maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
Assist mechanics with diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues, changing tires, oil changes, and brake replacement.
Assist with roadside maintenance, repairs, vehicle recovery, and winter-specific equipment upkeep.
Clean, lubricate, and service equipment and maintain shop and workspace cleanliness.
Support fleet readiness and fleet maintenance during winter operations.
Perform basic diesel troubleshooting, repairs, and routine maintenance when qualified.
Comply with INDOT Safety Policies and Procedures.
Perform miscellaneous labor tasks.
Complete job documentation, including entries in the Work Management System (WMS).