Transportation Technician I/II - Centerville

State of Utah•Centerville, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is hiring a Transportation Technician I or II for its Centerville maintenance team. The role supports the upkeep of Utah highways and related infrastructure to keep it safe for the traveling public in all conditions. Placement at Technician I or II depends on qualifications and experience; most employees start at Technician I and can advance by completing training through UDOT’s Transportation Education Program (TEP). The position performs roadway, highway, drainage, and roadside maintenance; operates heavy machinery and equipment; and records work and assets using department software. Technicians also receive training to support construction and permit projects. After approximately 18 months, there is an opportunity to cross-train in construction inspection and materials testing. The position is full-time and based at the Centerville Maintenance Station in Centerville, Utah. Employees must be able to report to the station within a 30-minute response time and maintain 24-hour availability for operational needs. The salary range is $22.44–$26.73. The role requires a criminal history check, pre-employment drug testing, and random drug and alcohol testing after hire.

Requirements

Have a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or be able to obtain one within six months of hire; UDOT provides paid training and testing.
Be able to report to the Centerville Maintenance Station within a 30-minute response time and maintain 24-hour availability for operational needs.
Be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
Maintain a personal smartphone with a data plan.
Complete required certifications and continued education through the UDOT Transportation Education Program (TEP).
Pass a criminal history check and pre-employment drug test; the position is also subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.
Commercial driver license and learner permit holders must register with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

Current Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Experience in roadway maintenance and snow removal.
Professional work experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders and backhoes.
Experience with mechanical maintenance or equipment repair.
Familiarity with UDOT maintenance or construction standards.
Demonstrated reliability and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance on state routes, highways, and drainage features.
Operate snowplows, salt spreaders, and blowers to clear state roadways during winter storms.
Operate and perform basic maintenance on heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, and graders.
Use department software to track assets and document work performed by UDOT crews and contractors.
Manage roadside vegetation using various methods, including herbicide application.
Work outdoors in varied weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
Train to support UDOT construction and permit projects, with an opportunity to cross-train in construction inspection and materials testing after approximately 18 months.