Highway technician job description

INTERNAL POSTING - Open to current Permanent ODOT Employees.

Applicants may be asked to participate in a professional skills proficiency test for this position.

Inspects construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with State specifications, plans &/or proposals &/or performs laboratory &/or field tests on materials to ensure quality control of project materials (e.g., roadway, drainage, demolition & clearing, foundations for embankment, sub grades, piles, guardrails &/or median barriers, landscaping slope protection, detours, temporary roads, bridge painting, inspects complex structures, verifies plans quantities & calculations with blueprints, tests concrete for air, slump & yield, operates nuclear gauges or embankment kit to test compaction & density & collects material samples to be forwarded to district or central office, performs specific laboratory or field tests on materials proposed for construction &/or on producers or suppliers stock obtained from field to determine compliance with state specifications & to monitor quality control testing, or monitor sampling & quality control testing or perform job control & quality control sampling of various plants in assigned work area, receives cross training in testing & construction, approves construction in line with environmental documents, designs & approves mix designs, researches & designs new materials to recommend changes, aggregate quality testing including the interpretation of results, rejects or accepts specific aspect of project pending review by engineer), signs inspection reports as a certified inspector (i.e., fully certified inspector). Performs maintenance duties which include serving as a lead worker, emergency response & clean-up, layout & placement of maintenance of traffic devices, snow & ice control & related maintenance duties by operation of snow plow with spreader, brine dispensing equipment, dump truck with attachments (per November 26, 2003 Highway Technician MOU between ODOT & OCSEA/AFSCME).

Prepares & maintains project records & reports (e.g., daily diary, inspection reports, pay item quantities, progress estimates, contractors construction methods, material inspection); utilizes software programs (e.g., SiteManager, Excel) to record information & generate reports.

Maintains records of samples tested; calibrates & maintains laboratory & field test equipment & instruments; operates personal computer to input data & create records. Assists Contractor Compliance Officers (CCOs) in ensuring Commercially Useful Function (CUF) requirements are met (e.g., fills out forms & ensures completed forms are returned to assigned CCO).

Successful completion of all Highway Technician level 3 courses (i.e., construction/field &/or lab track); 520 hrs. of construction exp.as a Highway Technician 3 or other applicable provisions regarding construction experience per the March 11, 2015 Highway Technician MOU between ODOT & OCSEA/AFSCME; Certification in ACI Field Testing Technician Grade I, Aggregate Level 1, & Nuclear Gauge.

In addition to the above, for positions in Construction, applicants must possess the following:

Successful completion of ODOT Internal Certification Tests in Structures & Traffic Control Devices.

Note: Applicant must have valid Commercial Driver's License at the appropriate level pursuant to approved position description on file to operate motorized equipment of size & type regulated by section 4506 of Ohio Revised Code.

* Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Work for Indiana

Grow your career with the State of Indiana! With more than 50 executive branch agencies, the State of Indiana is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging projects across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a State of Indiana employee, you impact the well-being of Indiana's communities every day.

At the State of Indiana, we don't just talk about diversity and inclusion - Our goal is to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace, with a workforce that is representative of the State of Indiana population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of a role.

Next Level benefits at the State of Indiana are here! Be sure to review our expanded benefit package offerings below.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state's quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Salary: This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $37,050.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

Location: This position is located in INDOT Winchester.

About the Job:

As the Highway Technician, you will be responsible for performing general highway maintenance duties that keep Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) assets in good working condition to ensure customer satisfaction. You will perform snow and ice removal and other winter operations duties as required. You may serve in various highway specialty areas like bridge maintenance, heavy equipment operations, construction, traffic maintenance and testing duties depending on the job assignment. A CDL is required for this position.

A Day in the Life:

The essential elements of the job duties:

* Comply with all Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) safety policies and procedures.
* Operate basic highway maintenance/ traffic equipment to maintain, repair and clean highways and rights-of-way.
* Move and load supplies and materials.
* Perform winter operations duties including snow and ice removal.
* Perform emergency response activities such as clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs and erecting barricades.
* Perform regular inspections and routine equipment maintenance such as: minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
* Perform miscellaneous labor tasks.

These additional duties may be performed depending on the job assignment:

Traffic Inventory Specialist:

* Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers and pavement markings.
* Receive, inspect, and record new materials, supplies, and equipment arriving in District Traffic for distribution (e.g., signs and sign hardware, lighting poles, arms, and luminaries).
* Maintain perpetual inventory of supplies and dispense the required materials. (e.g., traffic signal equipment, signs and sign hardware).
* Operate and maintain new computerized inventory control system.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

This person must have the following requirements to be considered for employment:

* High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
* Must have valid commercial driver's license (CDL) or ability to obtain within 90 days.
* Pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
* Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
* Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
* Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.
* Ability to operate specialty traffic equipment (e.g. bucket trucks, paint equipment, etc.)
* Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.

These additional requirements may be required depending on the job assignment:

* Knowledge of electronic data processing as applied to inventory control computer systems.
* Ability to understand system of bookkeeping procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role does not provide direct supervision to direct reports.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

* Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
* Wellness program (offers premium discount for the medical plan and gift cards)
* Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
* Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
* Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
* Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
* A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
* 150 hours of paid new parent leave
* Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

* Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
* 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
* Education Reimbursement Program
* Group life insurance
* Referral Bonus program
* Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
* Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
* Free Parking for most positions
* Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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**Highway Technician Supervisor**

**Who We Are**

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We're looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure. This is delivered behaviorally, through our policies, trainings, local partnerships with professional diverse organizations, internal networks and most importantly with the support and sponsorship of our leaders who help drive our commitment to an inclusive, diverse, welcoming and equitable work environment. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

**Responsibilities:**

+ Supervises and evaluates the work of subordinates and employee schedules and successfully directs work activities to accomplish highway maintenance activities.

+ Ensures employee accountability and compliance with company requirements to include performance assessment, disciplinary action, leave management, work schedule and related policies and procedures.

+ Determines project-wide maintenance operations work programs and objectives, maintenance programs, material needs, staffing resources to ensure work stays within the confines of the allocated budget as a part of the Maintenance Management Team, monitors and controls budget expenditures within the assigned area.

+ Implements the company safety plan daily and ensures employees operated safety with appropriate PPE, tools, and equipment.

+ Uses computers to keep track of schedule.

+ Assigns and explains work assignments to lead workers and technicians to ensure safe and productive daily operations.

+ Inspects highways within an assigned area to determine the maintenance needs of surfaces, shoulders, structures, drainage facilities, signs, and right-of-way areas; assigns employees routine maintenance or repair activities; reports major deficiencies to the Program Manager.

+ Reviews plans for the storage and use of aggregates, bituminous materials, and other materials required for the maintenance and repair of highways and roads.

+ Completes reports relating to maintenance and repair activities, recording the amount of time required for each activity, the number and type of employees utilized for the repair, the amount and type of materials necessary to complete the repairs, and the location and type of roadway repaired.

+ Able to operate various highway maintenance equipment such as, but not limited to, tractors, dozers, loaders, trucks, and graders performing highway maintenance duties

+ Oversees material usage in the field and ensures crew is addressing the assigned operations properly; maintains records of the quantities of supplies used.

+ Brief management on a weekly basis, focusing on accomplishments and work plans for the following week.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by management and or required in emergency situations.

+ Understand and abide by the standards set forth for ethical behavior and integrity as detailed in the Code of Business Conduct.

+ Be able to respond after-hours emergencies and be on call

+ Perform other duties as assigned by management and or required in emergency situations.

**Requirements:**

+ Experience in highway maintenance, highway construction or highway materials inspection.

+ College coursework, military training, or technical school coursework in business administration, construction technology/management, or engineering combined with similar work experience may substitute up to two (2) years of experience.

+ Roadside herbicide experience and herbicide applicator license are strongly preferred.

+ CDL-A license is preferred.

+ Demonstrates knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in highway maintenance work. Knowledge of the FDOT standards, specifications, and contract requirements a plus.

+ Knowledge of the federal, state, and departmental regulations applicable to the work, such as the proper use of safety equipment (i.e., shoes, hard hats, goggles, etc.) equipment operation, and materials handling.

+ Knowledge of elementary engineering principles and practices involved in highway maintenance operations.

+ Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work.

+ Ability to plan, direct and supervise the work of employees.

+ Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, day or night, in normal and emergency situations.

+ Ability to drive vehicles and equipment with a manual transmission in a safe and conscientious manner.

+ Ability to climb, kneel, crouch, crawl, stoop, twist, walk over uneven ground and perform duties using appropriate tools and equipment within safety standards.

+ Ability to operate computers and/or other electronic devices and use programs/applications to conduct business.

+ Must be able to effectively communicate with managers and coworkers in English.

+ Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Refrains from dishonest behavior.

+ Works and communicates with all clients and customers in a polite and professional manner.

+ Displays a high level of initiative, effort, attention to detail, and commitment by completing assignments efficiently with minimal supervision.

+ Follows policy, cooperates with supervisors, and aligns behavior with the goals of the organization.

+ Must be authorized to work in the US or will be authorized by the successful candidate's start date.

**Additional Requirements**

+ To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

**Additional Details**

+ **Travel Required:** N/A - No travel required

+ **Job Status:** Regular

+ **Employee Type:** Full

+ **Primary Location:** MIAMI LAKES - NW 60TH AVE

+ **All locations:** US-FL-Miami Lakes

**About WSP**

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 12,000 employees in over 200 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible, agile and hybrid workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.