Highway Maintenance Worker 1 (HMW 1) or Highway Technician 1 (HT 1)

About the Role

The State of Ohio is seeking dedicated individuals to serve the public by maintaining the safety and integrity of our roads. As a Highway Maintenance Worker or Highway Technician, you will be on the front lines of keeping Ohio's infrastructure operational and safe for travelers. This role is vital to the state's mission of providing reliable transportation networks, whether you are patching potholes, managing snow and ice operations, or ensuring clear roadways through litter pickup and mowing.

The selected candidate will be placed in the classification (Highway Maintenance Worker 1 or Highway Technician 1) that best matches their minimum qualifications. If you do not yet hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), you will attend training to obtain licensure. This position offers a unique opportunity for experience growth within the organization, with regular pay increases starting after just four months of service.

Benefits and Culture

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We are committed to providing a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. This includes an excellent work-life balance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal leave), and 11 paid holidays per year. Our extensive benefits package features Medical coverage, plus FREE Vision, Dental, and Basic Life Insurance premiums after the eligibility period.

Employees also enjoy robust retirement options, including a pension plan with a 14% employer contribution through Public Retirement Systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS), as well as optional deferred compensation. We support your future with employee tuition reimbursement, education development funds, and assistance with Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Hiring Process and Requirements

All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and a urinalysis test for illegal drug use prior to appointment. This position is subject to federal testing regulations (49 CFR Part 40 and 382) which strictly prohibit the use of marijuana, including medical marijuana. Selected applicants must also register as a driver in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.

All bargaining unit new hires must serve a one-year probationary period. The final candidate will be required to register as a driver in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Equal Opportunity

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.