Highway Technician 3

About the Role

As a Highway Technician 3, you will work directly on Indiana highways and interstates performing general maintenance and emergency response activities. This is an entry-level position with opportunities for advancement within INDOT.

This role requires mandatory overtime for emergency operations, including winter weather events, and is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on outdoor work and being part of a team that serves the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with all INDOT safety policies and procedures

• Operate basic highway maintenance and traffic equipment

• Perform general roadway maintenance, including debris removal and pothole repair

• Load, move, and transport supplies and materials

• Perform winter operations, including snow and ice removal

• Assist with emergency response activities such as traffic control, lane closures, and barricade placement

• Conduct routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance (minor repairs, refueling, pre-trip inspections)

• Perform miscellaneous labor tasks as assigned

• Maintain regular, on-site attendance at assigned work locations

Specialty Assignment (May Vary)

Traffic Inventory Specialist

• Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers, and pavement markings

• Receive, inspect, and record traffic materials and equipment

• Maintain inventory of traffic supplies and materials

• Operate computerized inventory control systems

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Ability to perform physical work including lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for extended periods

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Ability to operate specialty traffic equipment (e.g., bucket trucks, paint equipment)

• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

CDL Information

• Employees with a current CDL earn an additional $1.00 per hour

• Employees without a CDL are given 90 days to obtain one (training provided by INDOT) and then receive the additional $1.00 per hour

Pay Rate

• Starting pay: $20.00 per hour, with potential adjustments based on education and experience

Benefits

Full-time employees with the State of Indiana receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account with state contributions

• Deferred compensation 457(b) retirement plan with employer match

• Two fully funded pension plan options

• Paid parental leave and childbirth recovery leave

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave (combined 180 hours annually)

• 12 paid holidays (14 in election years)

• Education reimbursement

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

• Free parking (most locations)

How to Apply

Interested candidates must apply through the State of Indiana careers website using Requisition ID 471567.  Click here to apply online today!