Transportation Technician II - Murray

There are plenty of reasons to come and work for one of the nation's leading Department of Transportation. A key focus is the value placed on every employee. As a Transportation Technician, you will have numerous opportunities for growth and advancement. Here are some highlights of being a Transportation Technician with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT):

• An entry-level wage of $21.89 to $26.07 based on relevant experience. Then, as you advance through the Transportation Education Program (TEP) levels, you may receive wage increases.
• Earn additional compensation for on call, shift differential, weekends, and holiday snow removal.
• Grow your career with us and specialize in areas that interest you, including Maintenance, Construction, Inspection, and more. You're in charge of your professional development.
• Gain the skills necessary for advancement through our comprehensive online and field training.

The Utah Department of Transportation is looking for a hard‑working, hands‑on individual to fill a Transportation Technician II position in Region Two's Murray Maintenance Station located at 5823 S Commerce, Murray, UT 84107. This is a very important position that is part of a team that oversees or is involved with the construction and maintenance of state roads and keeps Utah moving as safely and efficiently as possible.

• Removing snow from state roadways using snowplows, front‑end loaders, salt spreaders, graders, blowers, and other related equipment.
• Performing general maintenance to roadway and drainage features.
• Performing general maintenance on equipment.
• Performing materials testing and providing the associated required documentation to ensure features are constructed/installed according to project plans and specifications.
• Performing construction inspection and documentation on the work performed by contractors.
• Working with contractors to complete construction, maintenance, and permit projects.
• Performing vegetation management, including herbicide application.
• Completing other duties as assigned and needed by department leadership.

• Has a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or is able to obtain one within 6 months of hire through Department‑provided training and participate in the Region's snow plan. See UDOT Policy 06A-15 Driver License Requirements.
• Is able and willing to report to the Region Two Murray Maintenance Station located at 5823 S Commerce, Murray, UT 84107, within a 30‑minute response time.
• Is able and willing to provide 24‑hour availability.
• Will self‑provide a smartphone with data and will be eligible to receive a monthly taxable allowance to offset the cost of cell plans. See UDOT Policy 02-26 Cell Phones.
• Is able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Is reliable and can work well in a team environment.
• Is able and willing to complete continued education in the UDOT Transportation Technician Education Program (TEP).
• Obtain certifications required by the Region within the first year and keep those certifications current.

• A Class "A" Commercial Driver's License.
• Transportation Education Program (TEP) Transportation Technician II Training.
• UDOT maintenance/construction experience.
• Professional work experience operating heavy equipment.
• Professional work experience with and/or knowledge of roadway maintenance/construction and snow removal.

• Registration with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse) is a requirement for all commercial driver license and learner permit holders. Selected candidates will be required to register and authorize UDOT to conduct full pre‑employment queries and limited queries on their CDL for the duration of their employment in order to be considered for this role. Register by visiting (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• This position is subject to pre‑employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing of employees after hire. A conditional offer of employment may be made pending drug test results.
• Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director/Group Leader.
• This position requires you to frequently be…