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State of Iowa - Executive Branch · 16 hours ago

Highway Technician Senior (Sioux City Paint Crew)

Sioux City, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

The State of Iowa - Executive Branch is dedicated to improving lives through transportation. The Highway Technician Senior will oversee specialized highway maintenance services, coordinate pavement marking operations, and operate related equipment while ensuring safety and efficiency in all activities.

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Responsibilities

Serving as a lead worker in providing or overseeing specialized highway maintenance services

Coordinating and monitoring pavement marking operations in the field

Compile crew work statistics and document activities

Operating paint trucks and all equipment associated with pavement marking of highways

Prepare project plans within budgetary limitations

Monitor conditions of assigned buildings and grounds

Review maintenance records, material supplies, inventory records, and crew reports

Coordinate with other agencies

Oversee traffic control for Maintenance activities

Use DOT technical devices and software applications

Operating snow equipment

Grading / paving projects

Performing routine maintenance and service of DOT equipment and vehicles

Qualification

Class A CDLHighway maintenance experienceEquipment operationHerbicide Applicator certificationBridge inspection certificationSafety awarenessTeam leadershipCustomer focus

Required

Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency, and experience equal to four years of fulltime work in highway maintenance, equipment operation, construction inspection, field work in engineering survey, or materials inspection and testing

A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of post-high-school education in highway maintenance, equipment operation, construction inspection, field work in engineering survey, or materials inspection and testing equals one year of full-time experience

Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Highway Technician or Construction Technician

Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes twenty-four months of full-time work as a Highway Technician Associate

Possession of a valid Commercial Learner's Permit upon hire

A valid Commercial Driver's License with the required endorsements and applicable restrictions must be obtained and subsequently maintained to continue employment

Pre-employment drug screen and ongoing participation in the employer's random drug and alcohol testing program

Post offer, pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described

Obtain and maintain Herbicide Applicator certification from the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

Certification for testing materials and operating specialized equipment as required by the Iowa Department of Transportation's Technical Training and Certification Program for Highway Materials and Construction; and/or other certifications as required

Attend a comprehensive bridge inspection course required by the National Bridge Inspection Standards

Travel, including overnight travel, may be required for positions in this class

Reside within a defined driving time, during normal conditions, from the assigned work location

Respond to emergency situations as required

Be able to work up to 16 consecutive hours

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance

Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment and costs can be reviewed here.

Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.

Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match

Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.

Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).

Company

State of Iowa - Executive Branch

If you’re looking for a work life of accomplishment, reward, and opportunity, you’ll discover Iowa State Government is just the place where there’s a rich and diverse population; where community, culture and differences matter; where exceptional work ethic, values and peace of mind all come together! The more you know about the State of Iowa, the more you’ll know it’s the right fit for you! There are 16 agencies in state government providing services to Iowans requiring specialized talent in agriculture, corrections, economic development, education, human services, natural resources, public health, public safety, revenue, transportation, veterans’ services and more.

Founded in 1965

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

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