Job Description

Construction Transportation Technician I/II

Help build and improve Utah’s highways!

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is hiring a Construction Transportation Technician to support highway construction projects.

About the Role

As a Construction Transportation Technician, you will assist with construction inspection, materials testing, and project documentation to help ensure transportation projects are built safely and according to plan.

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 Construction Training Program (TEP).

Position Details

• Salary: Starting at $22.44 - 26.73/hr (DOE)
• FT/PT Status: Full-Time
• Work Location: UDOT Region Four Hurricane Office: 5340 West 200 South, Hurricane, UT 84737
• Background Check Required: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
• Drug Test Required: Pre-employment and random after hire.
• Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service (12 month probationary period)
• Recruiter: April Nicholls | anicholls@utah.gov
• Application Deadline: October 6, 2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Why Work for UDOT

• Starting pay: $22.44 per hour, with wage increases as you progress through the Construction Training Program (CTP).
• Career growth: Opportunities to advance and build skills in construction, inspection, and other transportation operations.
• Training provided: We provide extensive online and field training to prepare you for advancement and certifications.
• Additional pay opportunities: Includes shift differential pay for nights, weekends and holidays.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes high-quality health insurance, stable retirement/pension options, and generous paid time off. Click here to view a summary of benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with inspection and documentation of UDOT construction projects.
• Perform materials testing to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Monitor contractor work to verify it meets project plans and standards.
• Document construction progress using department software systems.
• Work with contractors and project teams to support successful project completion.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Transportation Technicians are also trained to assist with roadway maintenance operations when needed. After training, technicians may participate in maintenance activities such as snow removal during winter storms.

Minimum Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the following requirements:

• A Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain one within 12-18 months through UDOT-provided training.
• The ability to report to the UDOT Hurricane Office within a 30-minute response time and provide 24-hour availability for emergency response.
• A smartphone with a data plan (UDOT provides a bi-weekly taxable allowance to help cover the cost).
• The ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• A commitment to completing required training and certifications through the Construction Training Program (CTP).

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to applicants who have:

• Materials sampling/testing (soil, concrete, or asphalt).
• Experience with construction logs, blueprints, or project plan reading.
• A Class A CDL.
• Construction/maintenance experience on highway or roadway projects.
• Professional experience operating heavy equipment.

Supplemental Information

• Registration with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is required for all commercial driver license and learner permit holders.
• This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing after hire.

Join Our Team!

A Mission That Matters: At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.

Our Culture and Values: We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!

The Agency

For more information about the Utah Department of Transportation, please click here.

EEO Statement

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.