The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to get ready for winter operations.

Throughout October, ODOT District 1  will hold two hiring events to fill approximately 44 winter seasonal positions available across the region.

The schedule of events is as follows:

• Wednesday, Oct. 2, from noon to 6 p.m. at the ODOT District 1 office, 1885 N. McCullough St., Lima.

• Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2-6 p.m. at the ODOT District 1 Hardin County maintenance garage, 13052 state Route 68, Kenton.

Plowing snow is the primary job responsibility for winter seasonal positions. District 1 is looking to fill 44 positions in Allen, Defiance, Hancock, Hardin, Paulding, Putnam, Van Wert, and Wyandot counties. 

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent; a valid class A or B commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a tanker endorsement, without air brake restriction; and three months of training or experience in basic equipment operation.

The salary is $17.52 per hour. The positions are temporary, and benefits are not provided. 

ODOT is looking for people who are available to work 40 hours a week from December through March. On-call and part-time options may be available. 

Previous experience plowing snow is not necessary. Training is available for applicants who meet the basic requirements.  

Those planning to attend one of the hiring events are encouraged to apply in advance: transportation.ohio.gov/seasonal