GroupBox1
Transportation Associate
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 01/04/2016
Closing Date: 02/19/2016
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation / AFSCME
Division/Unit: Operations/Metro Maintenance
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $17.38 - $17.93 /hourly; $36,289 - $37,438 /annually
Classified Status: Classified
MnDOT Metro District has 30 Transportation Associate vacancies which may be located in: North Branch,
Forest Lake, Anoka, Spring Lake Park, Maple Grove, Arden Hills, Camden, Plymouth, Golden Valley,
Oakdale, Maryland, Eden Prairie, Cedar, Mendota Heights, Shakopee, Lakeville and/or Hastings. Days of
work, shift, normal and holiday work hours will vary dependent on the requirements of each individual
vacancy (i.e., day shift, evening shift, overnights, or night shift as well as weekdays and weekends.) Hours
may include overtime or various shifts depending on emergency situations. Incumbents must have
immediate access to a phone and be able to report to work within one hour of being called.
The Transportation Associate is a trainee with a one year probationary period. This is a career path to the
Transportation Generalist. Positions will be trained to perform skilled roadway surface and roadside
maintenance activities (e.g., patching, snow and ice control, guardrail and fence repair, landscaping,
shoulder and slope repair.) Other duties: performing traffic control; conducting daily pre- and post-trip
vehicle safety inspections, identifying and reporting vehicle deficiencies and performing minor repairs to
equipment; and data entry. The position involves working with others of diverse backgrounds; using tact
and diplomacy; exercising independent judgment and working cooperatively within a team environment.
The TA drives and operates a variety of heavy equipment to perform snow and ice duties. Maintains
roadways for snow and ice control: removes snow from roadways and shoulders; applies anti-icing and deicing chemicals on stretches of highway under slippery conditions; removes frozen ice and material from
culverts; and performs night or dawn patrols. Prepares and inspects winter equipment, such as snowplow
equipment, cutting edges and sanders; and cleans equipment post storm. Performs preseason snow route
inspection and performs post storm cleanup including machine or hand sweeping. Performs winter
stockpile setup and transfer of anti-icing and de-icing chemicals. Includes all setup work associated with
liquid anti-icing and de-icing chemicals, hauling, mixing, measuring and reporting. Performs all work
related to installing, repairing, maintaining, and removing snow fences; and replacing mailboxes. Maintains
documentation on snow and ice. Performs traffic control set-ups and/or provides notification to dispatch of
disabled vehicles.
Exam Part 1: A minimum of a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) PERMIT with no air brake
restriction and a tanker endorsement. (You will be trained on and must obtain a Class B CDL within 6
months of hire or sooner.) YOU MUST POSSESS AND LIST CDL PERMIT (OR CLASS "A" OR "B" CDL IF
YOU ALREADY HAVE THE LICENSE) W/NO AIR BRAKE RESTRICTION AND TANKER ENDORSEMENT ON
YOUR RESUME.
* 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.
Exam Part 2: If you pass exam part 1, you will be sent an email detailing how to schedule your assessment
test as well as information about free practice tests (KeyTrain). Passing score of Level 3 or higher on the
math portion of the computerized test and Level 4 or higher on the computerized reading test. (The job offer
is contingent on passing a basic math and reading test.)
Physical Requirements: The physical demands of this job will vary, but typically requires the ability to lift
100 pounds maximum with frequent moving and/or lifting or otherwise transfer of objects such as 50-pound
bags. This job also may require walking or moving or standing or sitting 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 physical 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) on a daily basis as well as
working near traffic and heavy construction equipment.
The incumbent will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. New employees must pass a pre-placement drug
test for evidence of use of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), amphetamines (MDMA, MDA,
MDEA) and acetylmorphine (6-AM).
PLEASE NOTE: All job offers are contingent upon candidate possessing a valid Driver's License (at the
required level for the position), passing a Math and Reading test, Driver's License check, Criminal
Background Check, Drug Screening, Physical Exam and Employment Verification and Reference Checks. A
revoked, suspended or canceled Driver's License within the last five (5) years or three (3) serious traffic
violations during any 12 month period of time will disqualify a candidate.
Application Details
Why Work For Us: GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits
package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long
term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous
vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.
How to Apply: Click “Apply” at the bottom of this page. If you are unable to apply online, please contact
the job information line at 651.259.3637. For additional information about the application process, go to
http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact: If you have questions about the position, contact Rene Duffee at [email protected] or
651.234.7421.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are
committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota
recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities,
individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services
and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes
they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate 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 the MnDOT
Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: [email protected]; or by
calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.
The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at:
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html
Timeline for Metro TA Hiring
Date
Recruiting Begins
January 5
Application Deadline
February 19
Testing Deadline
February 25
Interview Scheduling
March 7 - 9
Interviews Held
March 14 - 16
Physical Exam / Background / Two-Week Notice
March 21 & 22
Start Date - Tentative
April 25
To request this document in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at 651366-4718 or 1-800-657-3774 (Greater MN); 711 or 1-800-627-3529 (MN Relay). You may also send an e-mail to
[email protected]