Transportation Generalist - Road Maintenance

Job Overview

Transportation Generalist – Road Maintenance at Dresbach Truck Station. Full-Time, Day Shift, Monday – Thursday in summer (6:00 am – 4:30 pm) and Monday – Friday in winter (7:00 am – 3:30 pm) with additional snow and ice shifts. Must be able to report within one hour of call.

• Perform all activities required for roadside maintenance.
• Perform all roadway surface maintenance activities.
• Service and repair operating equipment.
• Provide traffic control.
• Perform basic construction monitoring and inspection duties.
• Other duties as required.

• Maintain roadways for snow and ice control.
• Prepare and inspect winter equipment.
• Preseason snow route inspection and post‑storm cleanup.
• Winter stockpile setup and transfer of anti‑icing and de‑icing chemicals.
• Install, repair, maintain, and remove snow fences; replace mailboxes.
• Maintain documentation on snow and ice data for inventory and resource management.
• Perform traffic control set‑ups and notify dispatch of disabled vehicles.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and may require overtime.

Must possess a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with no Airbrake Restriction. Must obtain a valid Class A CDL with no Airbrake Restriction and Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of placement.

• Drug and alcohol testing required; must pass preplacement test if not in random pool.
• Must be registered in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• One (1) year of experience in snow and ice, soils, road surface maintenance, roadside maintenance, bridge maintenance, signs, or related activities.
• Or, completion of a Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance Program (at least 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) substitutes for one year of experience (transcripts required).
• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak, and understand oral and written information; communicate in person or via two‑way radio and other electronic devices; maintain routine written logs.
• Computerized Math and Reading Assessment required for contingent offer (passing score level 3 math, level 4 reading).
• Must be immediately accessible by phone and able to report within one hour of being called.

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug plans (includes fertility care, diabetes care, adult and child dental and orthodontic care).
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan (after 3 years of service).
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources for physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being.
• Training, classes, and professional development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support.
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care.

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. The State of Minnesota encourages applications from persons of color, Indigenous communities, LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans.

All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations. If you have a disability and need assistance, contact the job information line at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers.us. Contact relevant agency officials for accommodations.