Working Title: Highway Maintenance Worker/Snow & Ice (Metro Area)
Job Class: Transportation Generalist
Agency: Transportation Dept
Job ID: 90870
Location: Twin Cities Area
Telework Eligible: No
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 01/08/2026
Closing Date: 03/02/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
Division/Unit: Metro / Metro Field Maintenance
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day/Night Shifts (7:00AM - 3:30PM / 7:00PM - 5:30AM)
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $24.76 - $31.06 / hourly; $51,698 - $64,853 / annually
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
Work Area: Various Metro Maintenance Truck Stations
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation, Metro District is hiring multiple Transportation Generalist positions which May be located at any of the following Metro Truck Station locations: Anoka, Arden Hills, Cedar Nights (Richfield), Chaska, Eden Prairie, Golden Valley, Golden Valley Traffic Control/Graffiti, Golden Valley Traffic Services, Hastings, Lakeville, Maryland Days (St. Paul), Maryland Nights (St. Paul), Mendota Days, Mendota Nights, Oakdale Days, Oakdale Nights, Oakdale Traffic Services, Plymouth, and Shakopee.
The Transportation Generalist maintains and reconstructs roadways; maintains traffic barriers; participate in bituminous road repair culvert cleaning; guardrail repair; and maintains roadsides. In addition, this position will perform preventive maintenance on highway equipment; operate tractor mowers and small rollers; remove objects from roadways; set up traffic controls in high volume traffic and work associated with accidents, spill cleanup, rut repair, dead deer, etc. Additional duties include but are not limited to:
Performing landscaping duties on roadside (chipping of tree limbs, stump removal/grinding)
Conducting rest area maintenance to wayside rests and scale areas (building and grounds maintenance, vegetation control, and parking surface repairs)
Driving and operating a variety of heavy equipment to perform snow and ice duties, maintaining roadways for snow and ice control which includes: removing snow from roadways and shoulders; applying anti-icing and de-icing chemicals on stretches of highway under slippery conditions; removing frozen ice and materials from culverts; performing night or dawn patrols; preparing and inspecting winter equipment, such as snowplow equipment, and cutting edges and sanders.
Shift Differential
The shift differential for employees working on assigned shifts which begin before 6:00 A.M. or which end at or after 6:00 P.M. shall be two dollars and twenty-five cents ($2.25) per hour for all hours worked before 6:00 A.M. or after 6:00 P.M. on that shift. Such shift differential shall be in addition to the employee's regular rate of pay and shall be included in all payroll calculations but shall not apply during periods of paid leave. An employee who requests and is approved by their supervisor to work before 6 A.M. or after 6 P.M., shall not be eligible for the shift differential.
Night Maintenance Premium Pay
Maintenance employees working night shifts of durations lasting three (3) months or more, covered by this agreement, shall receive Night Premium Pay of $2.00/hour for all shifts which start between 7:00 P.M. and 12:00 A.M. This will apply to all hours for the scheduled straight time shift. Such premium pay shall be in addition to the employee's hourly rate of pay, and any shift differential the employee would otherwise be entitled to. The premium pay shall be included in a payroll calculations for shifts actually worked, but shall not apply during periods of paid leave, or in calculations of back-pay.
Minimum Qualifications
The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist level can be achieved with:
A valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no air brake restriction AND a tanker endorsement. CDL must be listed on resume.
AND
One (1) year of experience performing activities in any of the following: snow and ice, soils, road surface maintenance, roadside maintenance, bridge maintenance, signs, or related activities (roadway maintenance, driving commercial vehicles, commercial landscaping, operating heavy equipment or farm experience)
OR
(Education): Successful completion of a Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance Program (of at least 60 semester credits; or 90 quarter credits) will substitute for one year of experience.
Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.
Veterans may be eligible for a waiver of CDL based on military experience. Please contact your County Veteran Service Officer (Find a CVSO) to obtain a copy of your VNET DD2586.
Selected candidates for the Transportation Generalist will be required to obtain a Class A CDL prior to the probationary period ending.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands of this job will vary but typically requires lifting 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects such as 50-pound bags. This job also may require walking or standing to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting most of the time with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls. This job will require strenuous manual labor including but not limited to digging, shoveling, hauling, crawling, bending, pushing, pulling and climbing. May require frequent exposure to weather elements year-round (cold and hot) daily, as well as working near traffic and heavy equipment. For a complete list of physical requirements, please contact Cheryl Utz at 651-234-7453 or
[email protected].
Additional Requirements
Successful candidates for the Transportation Generalist positions will be required to pass a computerized ACT math and reading test as part of the hiring process. The required passing score for the math portion is a level 3 or higher and the reading portion is a level 4 or higher.
All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing a Criminal Background Check, SEMA4 Records Check, Drug Screening, Employment Verification, Reference Checks and Driver's License Screening at the required level for the position.
The incumbents will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Individuals not currently in the random testing pool must pass a pre-placement drug test for evidence of use of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), amphetamines and semi-synthetic opioids (i.e., hydrocodone, oxycodone, hydromorphone, oxymorphone).
Incumbents will be required to immediately accessible to a phone and be able to report to work within one (1) hour of being called in the event of an emergency and/or snow and ice event.
How To Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email
[email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Cheryl Utz at
[email protected] or 651-234-7453.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Cheryl Utz at
[email protected].
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
A sense of purpose in their work
Connection with their coworkers and communities
Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals:
Training, classes, and professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants With Disabilities
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email
[email protected] and let us know the support you need.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applications with disabilities. Anyone who believes that they need a reasonable accommodation in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact MnDOT's Affirmative Action Office to request an accommodation by: email:
[email protected]; or by calling Janet Miller at 651-366-4750 or; using MN Relay 711.
The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.