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Odot Seasonal Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Manager Public Safety

OR · On-site

$2.5K - $3.1K/wk

ODOT Traffic Control Training * Parking operations experience * Incident command / mass casualty ... Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses * Access to Team Wellness Programs * Team ...

Manager Public Safety

OR · On-site

$66K - $82K/yr

ODOT Traffic Control Training * Parking operations experience * Incident command / mass casualty ... Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses * Access to Team Wellness Programs * Team ...

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How much do odot seasonal jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for odot seasonal in the United States is $15.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an ODOT seasonal?

ODOT seasonal jobs are temporary positions offered by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), typically during busy maintenance periods such as spring and summer. These roles often include tasks like highway maintenance, flagging traffic, landscaping, and road repair. Seasonal workers help ensure that roads remain safe and operational during peak travel times or when weather conditions require extra support. These jobs can be a good fit for individuals seeking temporary employment, outdoor work, or experience with ODOT. Applicants must usually meet minimum age and licensing requirements and may receive training on the job.

What does an ODOT seasonal do?

As an ODOT Seasonal employee, you can expect to assist with roadway maintenance, landscaping, flagging, debris removal, and other hands-on tasks that ensure safe and efficient transportation routes. Your work directly supports the department's mission by maintaining road quality, improving safety for the public, and assisting full-time crews during peak periods. This role often involves working outdoors in various weather conditions and collaborating closely with experienced team members, providing valuable exposure to the transportation industry and opportunities for skill development.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an ODOT seasonal?

To thrive as an ODOT Seasonal Worker, you generally need a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and basic knowledge of road maintenance and safety procedures. Familiarity with hand and power tools, snow removal equipment, and traffic control systems is often required. Dependability, teamwork, and strong communication are important soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are vital for maintaining safe roadways and ensuring efficient operations during high-demand seasons.

What is the difference between Odot Seasonal vs Road Maintenance Worker?

AspectOdot SeasonalRoad Maintenance Worker
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require CDL or specialized trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; CDL often preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, construction sites, highways, seasonal weather conditionsOutdoor, highway and road repair sites, variable weather
Employer & Industry UsageOregon Department of Transportation, state governmentState and local government agencies, construction companies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Odot Seasonal workers primarily focus on seasonal road maintenance tasks for the Oregon Department of Transportation, often working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Road Maintenance Workers also perform similar outdoor road repair and maintenance duties but may work for different agencies or private contractors. Both roles require similar credentials and are often searched together by those interested in highway maintenance careers.

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What states have the most Odot Seasonal jobs?

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Infographic showing various Odot Seasonal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,031 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

District 9 Highway Labor w/CDL Highway Technician 1 - 2026-2027 Winter Seasonal Adams, Brown, Jac...

Ohio Department of Taxation

Chillicothe, OH

$18 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Perform highway maintenance and repair activities such as pothole patching, guardrail repair, crack sealing, litter pick-up, drainage work, vegetation management, and mowing.

  • Operate heavy equipment and hand tools, including dump trucks, loaders, chainsaws, and snow plows, to support highway maintenance tasks.

  • Conduct snow and ice control operations, including operating snow plows with spreaders and brine dispensing equipment, and perform traffic control during work zones and emergencies.


Job description

NOW HIRING CDL (Class A or Class B with a tanker endorsement) HOLDERS FOR WINTER SNOW & ICE SEASON!!!
Enjoy working outdoors?
Want to make a difference in the great State of Ohio? 
YES
Job Description

What You Will Do:-Hands-on maintenance of traffic and flagging-Highway maintenance and repair work activities (e.g., pothole patching, spread berm, repair guardrails, crack seal, litter pick-up, drainage, vegetation management such as weed eating, brush cutting, and mowing)-Operation of heavy equipment (e.g., dump truck, loader) and hand tools (e.g., chainsaw)-Perform snow & ice operations

 Who we are looking for:-

  • Safety Driven
  • -Enjoys working outdoors-
  • Honest
  • Accountable
  • Trustworthy and respectful
  • A positive team player 

Official Position Description: Operates basic equipment (i.e., see glossary for identification of basic equipment), & performs general highway maintenance duties which vary by season (e.g., constructs, improves, maintains, repairs & cleans highways &/or roadways & right-of-ways to include excavating & grading ditches, digging channels & cleaning waterways, cuts brush, grass & other vegetation, applies chemicals to vegetation, patches & seals berm & pavement, mixes mortar & concrete, shovels backfill, installs & repairs catch basin & stream channel & completes other drainage work, screens bleeding surface, reshapes/digs ditches/trenches, pours hot tar, removes trash, cleans & repairs highways &/or roadways & right-of-ways, mows grass, moves & loads supplies & materials & completes other related highway maintenance assignments, operates any combination of basic equipment to haul trash), performs snow & ice control & related maintenance duties by operating snow plow with spreader, brine dispensing equipment, dump truck with attachments, maintains, repairs & installs traffic signs & pavement markings on inter-state, federal & state highways &/or roadways (e.g.,repairs/replaces/straightens street &/or traffic signs & other route markers; installs & repairs guardrails) & receives training (i.e., on the job & formal) in various types of construction inspection activities (maintenance related inspection items) & operation of standard & complex equipment pursuant to the March 11, 2015 Highway Technician MOU between ODOT & OCSEA/AFSCME . 
Performs emergency response & clean-up & performs traffic control (e.g., flags traffic through work zone or around accident site; sets lane closures; places high water signs; erects barricades); receives training (i.e., on the job & formal) in various types of construction inspection activities (i.e., maintenance related inspection items).Performs minor repairs & maintenance on equipment (e.g., sharpens; sands; paints; refuels; lubricates; checks tires for wear & pressure; replaces light bulbs; washes & cleans trucks & equipment to prevent rusting); changes tailgates & snowplow blades; conducts pre-trip inspections of equipment. 
Performs miscellaneous labor & clerical tasks; operates two-way radio/base station; telephones crews for emergencies; cleans offices & garage; keeps daily records & logs (e.g., fuel sheets, material check sheets); responds to general inquiries from public (e.g., gives directions; explains traffic delays; explains work underway); assists stranded motorists 
(e.g., telephones for needed assistance); performs general labor & maintenance functions at garage; loads & unloads 
freight; arranges stock in warehouse; moves equipment.

If you would like to be part of our team, please apply!  The Ohio Department of Transportation District 9 is currently hiring SEASONAL Highway Technician 1 positions for the Winter Snow & Ice Season in the following Counties: Adams, Brown, Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross, Scioto. These are Seasonal/Temporary positions NOT to exceed 1,000 hours. Based on Operational need you may be required to work Nights, Weekends, & Holidays & /or be on Call. These positions will not begin employment until November 16, 2026.

Adams Co Garage 220 Cic Blvd West Union, OH 45693

Brown Co Garage 5124 SR 125 Georgetown, OH 45121

Highland Co Garage 521 East Main Street Hillsboro, OH 45133

Jackson Co Garage 2251 Rice Road Jackson, OH 45640

Lawrence Co Garage 450 Commerce Drive Ironton, OH 45638

Pike Co Garage 5591 Wakefiled Mound Rd Piketon, OH 45661

Ross Co Garage 255 Larrick Lane Chillicothe, OH 45601

Scioto Co Garage 9187US Route 23 Lucasville, OH 45648

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & decimals, percentages & fractions; ability to read, write & speak common English vocabulary; 3 mos. trg. or 3 mos. exp. in operation of basic equipment.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Note: Applicant must have valid Commercial Driver’s License at the appropriate level pursuant to approved position description on file to operate motorized equipment of size & type regulated by section 4506 of Ohio Revised Code.
Job Skills: Transportation