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Highway Technician

State of Indiana • Columbus, IN • 4h ago

Highway Technician

Date Posted: Mar 11, 2026

Requisition ID: 474321

Location:

Columbus, IN, US, 47203

Work for Indiana

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.

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Role Overview:

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $39,000.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential elements of the job duties:

Comply with all Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) safety policies and procedures.

Operate basic highway maintenance/ traffic equipment to maintain, repair and clean highways and rights-of-way.

Move and load supplies and materials.

Perform winter operations duties including snow and ice removal.

Perform emergency response activities such as clean-up, traffic control, lane closures, placement of signs and erecting barricades.

Perform regular inspections and routine equipment maintenance such as: minor repairs, preventative maintenance, refueling, and pre-trip inspections.

Perform miscellaneous labor tasks.

These additional duties may be performed depending on the job assignment:

Traffic Inventory Specialist:

Maintain, repair, and install traffic signs, route markers and pavement markings.

Receive, inspect, and record new materials, supplies, and equipment arriving in District Traffic for distribution (e.g., signs and sign hardware, lighting poles, arms, and luminaries).

Maintain perpetual inventory of supplies and dispense the required materials. (e.g., traffic signal equipment, signs and sign hardware).

Operate and maintain new computerized inventory control system.

Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

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.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment.

Pass and submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.

Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.

Must be able to endure exposure to inclement weather.

Ability to operate specialty traffic equipment (e.g. bucket trucks, paint equipment, etc.)

Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.

These additional requirements may be required depending on the job assignment:

Knowledge of electronic data processing as applied to inventory control computer systems.

Ability to understand system of bookkeeping procedures.

A degree is not required.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Free Parking for most positions

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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.

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