Transportation Technician I​/II - Strawberry

Maintenance Transportation Technician I/II

Keep Utah Moving safely and efficiently!

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a hard-working, hands-on individual to join our maintenance team. In this role, you will be part of the front-line crew responsible for the upkeep of Utah’s highways, ensuring our infrastructure remains safe for the traveling public in all conditions.

This position may be filled as a Transportation Technician I or II, depending on qualifications and experience. Most employees start at the Technician I level and advance as they complete training through UDOT’s Transportation Education Program (TEP).

• Salary Range: $22.44 - $25.22/hr (Depends on experience)
• Position Type:
  Full-Time, Career Service (Schedule B – 12 month probationary period)
• Work Location:
  
  UDOT Strawberry Maintenance Station (SR 40 MP 423, Strawberry, UT 84032)
• Drug Test:
  Pre-employment and random after hire
• Background Check:
  Must successfully pass a criminal history check
• Final date to receive applications:
  July 22, 2026
• Recruiter:
  April Nicholls | anicholls, 801‑965‑4042

• Starting pay: $22.44+ per hour, with wage increases as you progress through the Transportation Technician Education Program (TEP)
• Career growth:
  After 18 months, you will cross-train in construction, allowing you to specialize in maintenance, inspection, or operations
• Training provided:
  Extensive online and field training to prepare you for advancement and certifications
• Additional pay:
  Extra compensation for on-call status, shift differentials, weekend work, and holiday snow removal
• Comprehensive benefits:
  High-quality health insurance, stable retirement/pension options, and generous paid time off

• Perform general maintenance on state routes, highways, and drainage features to ensure infrastructure longevity
• Operate heavy machinery – including snowplows, salt spreaders, and blowers – to clear state roadways during winter storms
• Operate and perform basic maintenance on heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, and graders
• Utilize department software to track assets and document work performed by both UDOT crews and contractors
• Manage roadside vegetation through herbicide application and other methods
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks
• Support UDOT’s construction and permit projects; after approximately 18 months, cross-train in construction inspection and materials testing

• A Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire (UDOT provides paid training and testing)
• Ability to report to the Strawberry Maintenance Station within a 30‑minute response time and maintain 24‑hour availability for operational needs
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Maintain a personal smartphone with a data plan (UDOT provides a monthly taxable allowance to help cover the cost)
• Commitment to completing required training and certifications and continued education through the UDOT TEP program

• Current Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• Experience in roadway maintenance and snow removal
• Professional experience operating heavy equipment (loaders, backhoes, etc.)
• Experience with mechanical maintenance or equipment repair
• Familiarity with UDOT maintenance or construction standards
• Demonstrated reliability and ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Registration with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse required for all commercial driver license and learner permit holders
• Position subject to pre‑employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing after hire
• Requires frequent exposure to live traffic, hazardous weather, and physical exertion (standing, crouching, and lifting) for long periods

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957‑9390.