Transportation Career Pathways Program - Superior Region

Overview

Build Your Future in Transportation with the MDOT Transportation Career Pathways Program! The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) offers a hands-on opportunity to gain experience and skills through the MDOT Transportation Career Pathways Program. This program is suitable for recent high school graduates or individuals considering a career change who want to enter the transportation industry.

Program duration and hours
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This program runs from May through September and is limited to 832 hours per appointment.

• Explore different career paths:
  Track options include Transportation Technician, Transportation Maintenance Worker, or Skilled Trades (note: tracks vary by region).
• Learn from experienced professionals:
  Receive mentorship and insights into the transportation industry.
• Develop essential skills:
  Build teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and technical abilities that support a long-term career.
• Make a difference in your community:
  Contribute to projects that keep Michigan moving safely and efficiently.

• Transportation Maintenance Worker (TMW) Track
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  Hands-on work related to upkeep and maintenance of transportation infrastructure, including roadways and bridges.
• Transportation Technician Track
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  Practical, hands-on or lab-based work focused on becoming a skilled transportation technician, maintaining and improving transportation systems.

• Attach a detailed resume
• Pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license by program start date (5/10/2026)
• 40-hour work week availability
• Ability to work outside and move up to 45 pounds
• Ability to work on roadsides and uneven terrain
• Ability to follow instructions

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted for further consideration; only those applicants interviewed will be notified of results.

Important
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The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software is prohibited in all areas of the selection process, including responses to application questions and interview exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact the Career Pathway Coordinator at MDOT-TCPP.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.