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Idaho Division of Human Resources Transportation Technician Apprentice in Pocatello, Idaho
Transportation Technician Apprentice
Posting Begin Date: 2024/05/20
Posting End Date: 2024/07/05
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Pocatello, ID, United States
Minimum Salary: 18.55
Maximum Salary: 19.05
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Description
State of Idaho
Idaho Transportation Department
$1,500 Sign-On Bonus
NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.
Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), every employee is critical to the mission, and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.
This announcement will be used to fill Transportation Technician Apprentice positions in District 5, Pocatello.
The Transportation Technician Apprentice is a 3-5 year horizontal career path. Through on the job training, classroom training, achievement of team goals and agency goals, there will be opportunity to progress through a 3 Step program. After successful completion of each step, wages may increase as outlined below:
Starting wage: $18.55 - $19.05
Completion of Step One: $19.98
Completion of Step Two: $21.64
Completion of Step Three: $23.33
This position requires that you obtain a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 60 days of hire as well as pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing. ITD will provide training to meet the Entry Level Driver Training requirements as well as licensing costs.
Summary:
To perform entry-level technical highway maintenance and engineering work; perform related work as required.
Responsibilities:
These positions operate equipment and use a variety of tools to maintain roadways.
The incumbents remove snow and ice, patch and seal surfaces, control roadside vegetation, repair and replace guardrail and fences, make minor repairs to bridges and related structures.
The incumbents perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
Incumbents work on survey crews in a variety of positions.
They use standard survey equipment for surveys such as preliminary alignments, slope-staking, cross-sectioning, right-of-way and grade control.
The incumbents conduct routine inspections of construction and maintenance projects.
They sample highway materials and conduct basic field tests to determine conformance to plans and specifications. Incumbents inspect trucks to determine legal weights and record the materials hauled.
They use, clean, repair and calibrate a variety of field testing equipment.
These positions sample soils, highway materials, and other materials.
The incumbents conduct routine material tests, calculate, record, and check the test results.
They clean, repair, and calibrate a variety of laboratory testing equipment.
These positions use highway plans, specifications, and maps.
They perform algebraic, geometric and trigonometric calculations.
The incumbents code data for computer input.
They write legible reports and records.
They communicate with co-workers and the public on a frequent basis.
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid driver's license
Experience operating vehicles with manual transmissions
MQ Specialties: Some positions require a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with one or more of the following endorsements: air brake, hazardous materials, or tanker.
Essential Function:
An essential function of this position is driving an ITD vehicle. Incumbents are required to successfully pass a driving record check to be considered for this position.
Minimum Standards:
Within the last three (3) years:
Leaving the scene of a personal injury accident
Four (4) moving violations
Failure to submit to a chemical test
Within the last two (2) years:
- Three (3) moving violations
Within the last twelve (12) months:
Accumulation of six (6) points
Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs
Two (2) moving violations
ALCOHOL AND CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES TESTING PROGRAM INFORMATION
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is required to implement an Alcohol and Controlled Substance Program to comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), Part 382. See Regulations and Policies at the following web site: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rules-regulations/administration/fmcsr/FmcsrGuideDetails.aspx?menukey=382.
If you are selected for this position you must undergo a controlled substance test including:
Random
Reasonable suspicion
Post-accident
Follow-up
Return to duty
Please note: Employees are responsible to understand and comply with the Idaho Transportation Department's drug and alcohol procedures. A refusal to submit to the above testing requirements will result in ineligibility for the position due to the inability to perform the Commercial Motor Vehicle driving functions required. A copy of the requirements can be obtained at ITD's Headquarters Human Resource Office or the nearest ITD District Office.
Benefits:
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.