Transportation Operations Technician or Senior ...

Transportation Operations Technician or Senior Transportation Operations TechnicianPrint (ApplyTransportation Operations Technician or Senior Transportation Operations TechnicianSalary$26.57 - $43.10 HourlyLocationCologne Public Works Headquarters, MNJob TypeFull-TimeJob Number03090DivisionPublic WorksDepartmentOperationsOpening Date03/04/2026Closing DateContinuous Description Benefits Questions JOB SUMMARYUnder the direction of the Assistant Public Works Director/Operations Engineer, the Transportation Operations Technician or Senior Transportation Operations Technician will provide skilled labor and technical assistance to the Public Works Division as described in each level.We are currently looking for someone to fill one of these Transportation roles. The classification will be dependent upon the candidate's qualifications.The position includes regularly using and operating light and heavy equipment, materials, and tools in the performance of operations, maintenance, installations, and repairs and other duties of a similar nature or level. This position is required to perform highway maintenance activities as requested by the Operations Manager if such need arises. The Senior Transportation Technician will be assigned a full-time snowplow route for winter snow and ice removal and subject to 24/7 call out availability for all types of highway maintenance issues.This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing under 49 CFR Part 382 and 49 CFR Part 40.This is a safety-sensitive position.TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe typical duties and responsibilities will vary depending on which classification most closely matches a candidate's qualifications.Transportation Operations Technician - click here (to review job description and pay rangeSenior Transportation Operations Technician -click here (to review job description and pay rangeMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS•High School Diploma or GED and three (3) years relatedandprogressive work experience with a highway agency, including highway traffic and traffic control maintenance and operations.or•Equivalent combination of education and experience.and•Valid Class A Minnesota Driver's License with air brake and tank vehicle and hazardous materials endorsements.•Must currently hold or be able to obtain within 24 months of employment MnDOT certification or successful class completion in the following areas: Traffic Control Supervisor Certification, Signal and Lighting Certification, Traffic Signs 101, Traffic Signals 101, Signing Plan Design Course - At-Grade Intersections, Traffic Signal Timing and Coordination, SignCAD Software Updates Training Class.•Must currently hold or be able to obtain within 12 months of employment the MN Department of Labor and Industry Electrical License requirements for work under the County Class A MN Master Electrician.SCORED EXAMINATION PROCESSAll applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, background investigation including FMCSA Clearinghouse and CJIS fingerprinting, and pre-placement physical, including DOT drug screen.Benefit Summary (01Do you have a high school diploma or GED? Yes No 02How many years of related and progressive work experience do you have with a highway agency or private firm? None Some, less than 2 years 2 years, less than 3 years 3 years or more 03Do you currently hold, or do you have the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire, a Class A MN Commercial Driver's License with air brake and tanker endorsements? Yes No 04Do you currently hold, or are you able to obtain within 24 months of employment, MnDOT certification or successful class completion in the following areas? Traffic Control Supervisor Certification, Signal and Lighting Certification, Traffic Signs 101, Traffic Signals 101? Yes No 05Do you currently hold, or are you able to obtain within 12 months of hire, the following? MN Department of Labor and Industry Electrical License requirement for Registered Unlicensed Electrician Certificate for work under the County Class A MN Master Electrician? Yes No 06Do you currently hold, or are you able to obtain within 24 months of employment, American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) and International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certification in the following areas? IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician or ATSSA Traffic Control Technician? Yes No 07How many years of experience do you have working in the operation and maintenance of traffic signals with a highway agency or private firm? None/less than 1 year 1 year, less than 2 years 2 years, less than 6 years 6 years or more 08How many years of experience do you have working in the operation and maintenance, fabrication, and installation of traffic signs with a highway agency or private firm? None/ less than 1 year 1 year, less than 2 years 2 years, less than 6 years 6 years or more 09How many years of experience do you have working in computer graphics design software, custom graphics design, signs and graphics production, and/or fabrication and installation with a highway agency or private firm? None/ less than 1 year 1 year, less than 2 years 2 years, less than 6 years 6 years or more 10How many years of experience do you have operating a sign or traffic signal truck with boom or cane with a highway agency or private firm? None/ less than 1 year 1 year, less than 2 years 2 years, less than 6 years 6 years or more 11Please indicate the transportation- or traffic-related areas below in which you have a certification. Select all that apply: IMSA or ATSSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Certification IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level 1 Certification IMSA Signs and Pavement Markings Technician Level 1 Certification IMSA Roadway Lighting Technician Level 1 Certification MnDOT SignCAD Software Sign Design None of the above 12How many years of experience do you have operating a snowplow truck on a regular or backup snowplow route with a highway agency or private firm? None/less than 1 year 1 year, less than 2 years 2 years, less than 6 years 6 years or more Required QuestionEmployerCarver CountyAddress600 East 4th StreetChaska, Minnesota, 55318Phone952-361-1525WebsiteApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email

Created: 2026-03-10