Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator

Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state's quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work / life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

INDOT requires the addition of a seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator to support increased operational demands during peak maintenance and construction periods. Seasonal needs are driven by weather-related roadway work, including asphalt repair, grading, ditching, snow removal, and other critical maintenance functions necessary to maintain safe and efficient transportation routes.

This position is located in INDOT's Crawfordsville District. This position pays an hourly rate of $18.00.

A Day in the Life :

This person must have the following requirements to be considered for employment :

• Complies with INDOT Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Operates basic highway maintenance and traffic equipment to maintain, repair, and clean highways and rights-of-way.
• Moves and loads supplies and materials.
• Performs emergency response activities such as : clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs, and erecting barricades.
• Performs equipment maintenance such as : minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.
• Performs miscellaneous labor tasks.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

What You'll Need for Success :

The essential functions of this role are as follows :

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.