MAINTENANCE TRANSPORTATION WORKER 1* - 09152026-80739

Opening Date/Time: 09/15/2026 12:00AM Central Time • Closing Date/Time: 09/21/2026 11:59PM Central Time • Job Type: Full-Time • Locations: Somerville, TN; Ripley, TN; Covington, TN • Department: Transportation • Positions: 5 in Fayette, Lauderdale, and Tipton Counties (Region 4, District 49 Operations – Maintenance Section). For more information: TDOT Maintenance Transportation Worker PDF.

About the role

The Maintenance Transportation Worker plays a vital role in ensuring TDOT's infrastructure operates efficiently, safely, and remains in good working condition. This position supports the preservation of TDOT's infrastructure and public safety by performing daily maintenance tasks and operating equipment to maintain roads and facilities. Responsibilities include operating heavy machinery, vehicles, power equipment, and standard hand tools to support the preventive maintenance, inspection, repair, and construction of roads, structures, and roadside features throughout the State's transportation system. These efforts help extend the life of assets and ensure responsible use of public resources. This position performs duties in compliance with Department policies, standard operating guidelines, procedures, and specifications, while also following directives from the Foreman to achieve desired outcomes. The Maintenance Transportation Worker requires full accountability for task completion, safe equipment operation, and overall highway maintenance activities. This position strengthens maintenance activities within the Team and assists in delivering high-quality work within a defined scope, schedule, and budget. The Maintenance Transportation Worker works under the guidance of experienced team members, gaining the knowledge and skills needed to improve operational efficiencies and contribute to implementing innovative best practices. This position will take on more responsibilities as expertise is developed.

Responsibilities

• Under intermittent direct supervision, perform routine maintenance work on TDOT infrastructure to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
• Tasks include identification, repair, and installation of signs, delineators, mailbox supports, and posts.
• Perform roadway maintenance and repair, including litter pickup, debris and carcass removal, mowing, shoulder maintenance, snow and ice removal, drainage structure cleaning and replacement, vegetation removal, poth