Seasonal Winter Program Worker

State of Indiana • Albany, IN

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About The Position

The Seasonal Winter Program Worker performs general highway maintenance to keep Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) assets in good working condition and support customer satisfaction. The role includes snow and ice removal, operation of snow plows, other winter operations, and traffic maintenance such as repairing and installing traffic signs and pavement markings. This position is with INDOT's Albany Sub-District and requires a CDL. The position is seasonal, limited to 180 working days in an eleven-month continuous period, and does not offer benefits.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license.
• A valid and maintained Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Submit to and pass a drug test as a condition of employment.
• Ability to move 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities including lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to endure exposure to inclement weather.
• Ability to operate specialty traffic equipment, such as bucket trucks and paint equipment.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Ability to work unpredictable and non-traditional hours as needed for winter operations.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduation or a High School Equivalency (HSE) credential is preferred.

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, placing signs, and erecting barricades.
• Perform equipment maintenance, including minor repairs, preventive maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
• Comply with INDOT safety policies and procedures.
• Perform miscellaneous labor tasks.
• Complete job documentation, including entries in the Work Management System (WMS).
• Perform other duties and activities as assigned; the role may be used in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed