Highway Technician Senior - Albia Paint Crew

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Our Highway Technician Senior for the Paint Crew plays a vital role in leading daily pavement-marking operations and supporting the team in advancing our mission:
Making Lives Better Through Transportation. In this position, you’ll help uphold the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Core Values:
Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.

This role provides a great blend of leadership and hands‑on work. You’ll guide and coordinate the paint crew’s activities while also working alongside your team to ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient roadway marking operations.

While a CDL permit is required upon hire, you must have Class A and endorsements / restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date.
CDL Training for Iowa Department of Transportation employees is provided! Entry Level Driver Training is available if you do not already possess Class A and endorsements / restrictions on your CDL for positions that require it.Those eligible will receive both hands‑on Behind-the‑Wheel Range and Road training, with web‑based Theory training, to fulfill required state and federal regulations.

Albia Maintenance Garage, District 5 Paint Crew - Within five (5) months, employees are required to reside within 45 minutes driving time, during normal conditions, from the Albia garage location.

6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. Hours may vary and are subject to be on call 24 hours a day during emergency and / or weather conditions. Some overnight travel may be required.

• Operates the curb-marker and long-line paint truck and performs all pavement-marking duties, including monitoring application controls such as flow meters, timers, counters, and pressure/temperature gauges.
• Maintains and performs daily service on paint equipment, including guns, solenoids, pumps, filters, and paint/bead tanks, ensuring proper function and reliability.
• Performs roadway, roadside, right-of-way, shoulder, bridge, and grading/paving maintenance using appropriate equipment and physical labor.
• Completes routine service and maintenance on DOT vehicles and equipment and uses computers/software to support daily tasks.
• Responds to roadway emergencies and applies Traffic Control Standards to provide safe guidance for motorists.
• Works in adverse weather conditions and operates snow and ice removal equipment during winter operations.
• May obtain pesticide/herbicide or other certifications required for maintenance or construction inspection.

• A CDL permit upon hire.
• Class A and endorsements/restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date. Entry Level Driver Training is available upon hire through the Iowa DOT. The multi-faceted training will help meet all state and federal regulations.
• A successful U.S. DOT Clearinghouse query.
• A pre‑employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described. Click the video link for a demonstration:
  OPC Webinar Chapter 4 PCP Demo Test ()
• A pre‑employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in random drug and alcohol testing programs.
• Positions require 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.

• 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).

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