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Maintenance Asset Administrator State of Utah - 3.6 Salt Lake, UT Job Details Full-time $45.53 - $76.27 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications English Professional Engineer Full Job Description Maintenance Asset Administrator The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a highly skilled and strategic individual to help lead the future of Asset Management within the department. What You Need To Know In order to be successful in this role you should have the the following experience: Experience in the asset management and the roadway maintenance areas. Roadway maintenance experience is a plus as you will spend a significant amount of time working in this area and with this group. Experience in assessing system performance, developing investment strategies to achieve the greatest benefit, setting data-driven performance targets, and developing maturity plans to improve asset performance in the roadway maintenance area. Be comfortable with GIS, ATOM, and data visualization tools. About the Role You will be expected to move beyond "we need to fix this" to "if we invest here, we extend the life cycle and improve the condition of our assets". Some of the assets that will be managed are facilities, striping. culverts, barriers, etc.. You should understand these assets and what the maintenance group does, and what their challenges are. You will establish and monitor a plan to improve our assets, incorporate risk elements, and mature our decision making trade-offs. You will need to have great communication skills and be able to translate complex data into "plain English". Position Details This position is open to both engineers and non-engineers.
Salary Range:
Based on qualifications.
FT/PT Status:
Full Time Background Check:
You must successfully pass a criminal history check
Schedule Code:
AX - Competitive Career Service Exempt (At-will position)
Location:
Calvin Rampton Building - 4501 South 2700
West, Taylorsville, Utah Application Deadline:
06/10/2026 Key Responsibilities Strategy & Planning Develop and help implement the Transportation Asset Management Plan (TAMP). Be one of the statewide experts on asset funding allocation and strategic trade-offs, particularly in the area of maintenance . Lead the way in evaluating asset improvement, incorporating risk elements, and determining life cycle of assets, particularly in the area of maintenance. Institutionalize a strategic approach to asset management across the department. Optimization & Performance Develop cross-asset allocation tools to enable sound, optimized investment and resource allocation decisions. Balance decisions based on life-cycle costs, advanced analytics, and minimizing or eliminating risks. Develop and implement performance metrics to measure the health and efficiency of assigned assets. Work to integrate assets into a cohesive system for effective management. Collaboration & Coordination Serve as the Asset Management group representative to the ATOM team. Coordinate innovative approaches to analyzing, planning, investing, building, maintaining, and operating assets. Coordinate with other state asset groups and regions, as well as internal and external stakeholders. Data & Risk Management Help the Department with Proactive Risk Management strategies to enhance the resilience of our assets. Work so the Department can make Data-Driven Decisions Serve as the subject matter expert for the maintenance area, applying knowledge of assets dealt with in maintenance operations. Qualifications Engineer Candidates ($48.10 - $76.27) Registered as a professional engineer (PE) in Utah. At least four (4) years of engineering experience following licensure as a PE. Non-engineer Candidates ($45.53 - $72.25) A Bachelor's degree (or higher) from an accredited institution in a related field AND at least eight (8) years of professional relevant experience in asset management or a closely related field.
Note:
Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis (e.g., 12 years of total related experience if no degree is held). Preferred Qualifications Comprehensive knowledge of transportation assets dealt with in maintenance operations Familiarity with the ATOM program Why You Should Join Our Team A Mission That Matters - At UDOT, our mission is to "Enhance quality of life through transportation." We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah. Our Culture and Values - We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here! The Agency For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation, click here. Benefits at a
Glance Exceptional Health Coverage:
We offer some of the most competitive medical premiums in the industry, including comprehensive family plans with very low out-of-pocket costs and HSA options.
Retirement Choice:
Flexibility between a 10% employer-paid 401(k) (no match required) or a Pension/401(k) Hybrid plan.
Generous Paid Time Off:
12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours of combined leave (4 annual and 4 sick) accrued each pay period.
Dental & Vision:
Multiple high-quality plan options to fit your needs. EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
