Transportation Technician II – Price Paint Crew

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is looking for a hard working, motivated, and dependable individual to join their Price Paint Crew as a Transportation Technician II. As a Transportation Technician you will have many opportunities to grow and advance. Here are some highlights of being a Transportation Technician with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT):

An entry level wage of $21.36. Then, as you advance through the Transportation Education Program (TEP) levels you will receive wage increases.
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You can choose your path. As you advance, there are various areas you can specialize in (for example: Maintenance, Construction, Inspection, etc.). You control your career.
You will receive extensive online and field training opportunities at your own pace, to prepare you for advancement.
Everyone says that they offer fantastic benefits, but we actually do. Here’s a breakdown of what you can enjoy:
Health Insurance – Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):
3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those who have other medical insurance coverage.)
5 dental plan options. (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those who have other dental insurance coverage.)
4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare.
Retirement – Utah Retirement Systems (URS):
Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in Tier 1 Retirement System.
Employees hired on or after 7/1/2011 and have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier 2 Retirement System. Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.
Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Pension and possible employer 401(k) contribution
Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer 401(k) contribution
Paid Time Off – Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick). Annual leave increases with years of service; sick leave does not. There are also 12 paid holidays!
We also offer several other benefits.

Principal Duties
As part of our Paint and Sign Crew, you are responsible for:
Roadway pavement markings throughout the region which includes preparing surface for application, removal of old markings or temporary markings for all crosswalks, arrows, symbols, striping, and all signage.
Maintaining, installing, and removing all large signs throughout the region.
During the winter months, you will assist a maintenance station with:
Removing snow from state roadways using snowplows/graders/blowers, etc.
Performing highway maintenance.
Performing general maintenance on equipment.
Performing construction inspection and documentation.
Completing other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
The qualified candidate for this position is someone who:
Has a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or be able to obtain one within 60 days 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 UDOT Price Paint Shed, 940 South Carbon Ave., Price, UT 84501, within a 40-minute response time.
Is able and willing to provide 24-hour availability.
Will self-provide a smartphone with data for which the selected candidate 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 works well in a team environment.
Is able and willing to complete continued education in the UDOT Transportation Education Program (TEP).
Will obtain certifications required by the Region within the first year and keep those certifications current.
This position may be filled at the Transportation Technician I level for applicants who do not meet the preferences listed below. In order to qualify at the Transportation Technician I level, applicants must have a class “A” CDL or be able to obtain one within 60 days of hire. After hire, applicant will need to complete all TEP, maintenance equipment, and construction certification requirements.

Preferences
Preference may be given to applicants who have:
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.

Supplemental Information
Here is some
Registration with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse) is a requirement for all CDL holder’s. Selected candidates will be required to register and authorize UDOT to conduct limited queries on their CDL for the duration of their employment in order to be considered for this role. Register by visiting https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Register
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.
This position requires you to frequently be exposed to hazards and discomforts of traffic and environmental conditions due to the nature of the work assignment.
This position requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
Department of Human Resource Management rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state employees.
Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director/Group Leader.

Why Should You Join Our Team?
The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you. Our mission statement is “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy. We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want – and we make sure they can do it safely.

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values too, you’ll be a great fit.

Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance.

The Agency
UDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths. Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying. UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.