Are you looking for a change of scenery? If so, do we have the career path for you! As a transportation technician with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), you'll have the opportunity to let your skills shine with the work you do. Your expertise in communication, broadmindedness, and critical thinking skills will directly contribute to enhancing the projects that you work on. Your problem-solving skills and collaborative mindset will be invaluable in working with a team of individuals to assess MDOT’s valuable assets. You'll have the chance to work with a team that appreciates your dedication. At MDOT, we believe in investing in our team members' growth. You'll have access to continuous learning opportunities, professional development resources, and the chance to expand your skill set in a supportive and stimulating environment. So, take the next step and go the extra mile with MDOT and begin your journey today.
As a transportation technician, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing preliminary and final detail drawings using CAD methods and office standards and practices. 
• Utilizing bridge design computer programs as it relates to developing bridge plans.
• Updating and correcting drawings and quantity computations.
• Occasionally attending project sites to take measurements and photos of existing bridges in order to develop repair details. 

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (8) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (E10) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.
 
For additional information, please see the links below:

• Transportation Technician 8-E10 Position Details
• All about MDOT

Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
 
For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
 
The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
To be considered for this position you must:

• If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Click here for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. 

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
 
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
 
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
 
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
 
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Kelsea Cole at ColeK10@michigan.gov.