State of Michigan
Transportation Career Pathways – Southwest Region
Job Description
Job Description
Calling all motivated individuals who want to explore a rewarding career in the transportation industry!
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is offering a unique opportunity for you to gain hands-on experience and valuable skills through the MDOT Transportation Career Pathways Program. This exciting program typically runs from May to September and is limited to 832 hours per appointment.
Whether you’re a recent high school graduate or considering a career change, if you are looking to get into the transportation industry, this program is for you!
Here’s what you can expect:
- Explore different career paths: Choose your track based on your interests, including Transportation Technician, Transportation Maintenance Worker, or Skilled Trades- not all regions have the same tracks
- Learn from experienced professionals: Gain valuable mentorship and insights into the transportation industry.
- Develop essential skills: Build teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and technical skills that will benefit you throughout your career.
- Make a difference in your community: Contribute to important projects that keep Michigan moving safely and efficiently.
In the Southwest Region we are offering the following tracks:
Transportation Maintenance Worker (TMW) Track
As a TMW participant, you’ll engage in hands-on work related to the upkeep and maintenance of transportation infrastructure. From roadways to bridges, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring safe and efficient travel within our region.
- Up to one participants at the Jones, Kalamazoo, Niles, Sawyer garages.
Transportation Technician Track
Dive into practical, hands-on or lab-based work focused on becoming a skilled transportation technician. Gain valuable experience in maintaining and improving transportation systems, contributing to the smooth flow of traffic and overall infrastructure reliability.
- Up to one participant at Kalamazoo TSC (Construction Unit), Materials & Testing Lab, Marshall TSC (Construction Unit), and Coloma Business Office (Construction Unit).
Additional Requirements and Information
- Pass a pre-employment drug test
- Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license by program start date 5/12/2024
- 40-hour work week availability
- Ability to work outside and lift up to 45 pounds
- Ability to work on roadsides and uneven terrain
- Ability to follow and comply with oral and written instructions
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 Career Pathway Coordinator at [email protected].
State of Michigan unpaid Intern positions do not include a comprehensive benefits plan.
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