Posting number: 27-00648
Department: 645 Iowa Department of Transportation
Job classification: Seasonal Worker - Service Maintenance
Posting type: Open
Categories: Transportation
Want a cool gig this winter?
Join us and let’s make winter work! Apply here now!
Join the Iowa Department of Transportation and help keep the State moving when the snow starts flying! As a Temporary Winter Maintenance Worker, you’ll be part of the crew that clears roads, tackles icy conditions, and keeps travelers safe all season long.
If you like working outdoors, enjoy teaming up with great people, and take pride in helping your community, we’d love you to join us this winter!
With 100 garage locations across the state and over 500 positions to fill, there’s an opportunity just right for you! Staffing needs vary across the state, and available locations may change throughout the season.
This temporary position runs from October 9, 2026 – April 22, 2027.
During winter operations, the Iowa DOT works around the clock and you’ll be on call to provide support! Schedules and hours are flexible, and we do our best to work around your availability.
Starting wages are outlined below, with opportunity for overtime pay as the weather or garage needs:
This is a non-merit temporary position with the Iowa Department of Transportation.
The Iowa DOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you’re looking for a work life of accomplishment, reward, and opportunity, you’ll discover Iowa State Government is just the place where there’s a rich and diverse population; where community, culture and differences matter; where exceptional work ethic, values and peace of mind all come together! The more you know about the State of Iowa, the more you’ll know it’s the right fit for you!
There are 16 agencies in state government providing services to Iowans requiring specialized talent in agriculture, corrections, economic development, education, human services, natural resources, public health, public safety, revenue, transportation, veterans’ services and more. In serving Iowans the state has adopted the guiding principles of business as a way of doing business and has embraced an entrepreneurial management concept in the way products and services are delivered. Entrepreneurial management is a customer-focused, efficient and innovative approach to delivering services in a competitive and diverse marketplace. Join a team that thinks differently – knowing diverse needs require diverse solutions.
Come to work for the State of Iowa!
