Transportation Technician II - Nephi

Transportation Technician II

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking two dedicated, hands-on individuals to join Region Three's Nephi Maintenance Station as a Transportation Technician II. This critical role is part of a dedicated team responsible for overseeing and supporting the construction and maintenance of state roads, helping to keep Utah moving safely and efficiently.

As a Transportation Technician in maintenance, you will learn about general maintenance activities related to state routes, highways, and other transportation infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include operating heavy machinery such as snowplows, salt spreaders, front-end loaders, and backhoes to maintain the roads, inspecting and testing materials used, and utilizing software to manage the Department's assets. After 18 months, each transportation technician is expected to cross-train in various construction areas.

The position requires a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire through Department-provided training and participation in the Region's snow plan. You must also be able to report within a 30-minute response time to the Nephi Maintenance Station located at 105 E 900 N, Nephi, UT 84648. You must provide 24-hour availability, self-provide a smartphone with data, and be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. You must also be reliable and able to work well in a team environment, and complete continued education in the UDOT Transportation Technician Education Program (TEP). Certifications required by the Region must be obtained within the first year and kept current.

Preference may be given to applicants who have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License, completed Transportation Education Program (TEP) Transportation Technician II Training, UDOT maintenance / construction experience, professional work experience operating heavy equipment, or professional work experience with and / or knowledge of roadway maintenance / construction and snow removal.

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.