Transportation Maintenance Worker 6-E8 (Limited-Term Winter Maintenance) - Houghton
Filling several limited-term winter maintenance positions that may last from October to April, but with no guarantee. Positions will work full-time hours during the limited-term assignment.
About the role
This position performs maintenance of state trunk lines, structures, and right-of-ways in the Superior Region. Required to travel to work sites throughout the Region, including overnight travel.
Responsibilities
- Perform all surface, roadside general maintenance, and winter maintenance activities
- Operate various types of equipment
- Participate in the Transportation Maintenance Worker (TMW) work element program
- Operate a vehicle or vehicle/trailer combination with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more (e.g., dump truck, snowplow, etc.) when performing maintenance activities
Schedule
- Winter work schedule includes afternoon, night, and weekend shift assignments
- Scheduled and unscheduled overtime
Requirements
- Possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at the time of hire
- For Transportation Maintenance Worker E8: The MDOT Statewide Work Element Coordinator must approve satisfactory completion of the MDOT TMW Work Element training and certification program
- Some positions may require possession of a commercial Pesticide Applicators license in compliance with the Pesticide Control Act of 1976
- Pass pre-employment/pre-appointment drug test and physical (if applicable)
- Subject to random drug and alcohol testing while employed in this position
- Criminal and driving records will be checked
Qualifications
Education
Typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
- Transportation Maintenance Worker 6: No specific type or amount of experience is required.
- Transportation Maintenance Worker 7: One year of experience equivalent to a Transportation Maintenance Worker 6 or Laborer E6 with experience in roadway, roadside, bridge, or sign maintenance, or pavement marking.
- Transportation Maintenance Worker E8: Two years of experience equivalent to a Transportation Maintenance Worker, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Maintenance Worker 7; or, one year of skilled trades experience at the E9 level.
Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine the level they qualify for. The salary range reflects the minimum rate at the entry (6) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (E8) level.
Benefits
For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.