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The Transportation Technician Education Program (TEP) is a specialized career development program to help technicians improve their knowledge, skills, and abilities and to define how they can advance their career at UDOT. Below is a visual aid describing the program for your easy reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. If I complete all of the coursework early, can I get my raise sooner?

A. Your trainers and supervisors believe your experience on the job is as valuable as the structured coursework. The combination of both training and experience ensure you are competent to move to the phase or level.

Q. What happens if I don’t complete a phase within the required six months?

A. Make sure you work closely with your skills trainer and supervisor during those six months. If you do not quite make the deadlines they will be able to assess your progress and performance and make the necessary recommendations.

Q. What is Construction?

At UDOT, the construction and some maintenance of our roadways are accomplished by contractors. The work performed by the contractors must meet UDOT standards. As a Trans Tech working in construction, you will be designated as an Inspector and will ensure the new updated roads meet those standards.

Q. Can I select more than one specialty track?

Yes, additional training and knowledge benefits both you and the Department, however, you will receive only one 6% increase for completing a specialty track.

Q. How do I get to a Level III?

When you enter UDOT as a Trans Tech, you are considered a Trans Tech I. Upon completion of training requirements for Level 1-Phase III, you can be promoted to a Trans Tech II. The move to a Trans Tech III is a little different; you must apply for an open position, undergo the interview process, and be selected to a fill a Trans Tech III position. The move to a Trans Tech III comes with an 8% pay increase. To be eligible to apply for a Trans Tech III position, you must first complete all Trans Tech II requirements and complete at least one specialty track.

Q. What is OJT?

OJT refers to on-the-job training and involves working with a skills trainer in your shed/crew who has experience using the equipment and facilitating the identified processes. The training involves a training kit and checklist for the skills trainer to help ensure key topics are covered. The skills trainer will work with you until you feel comfortable and are able to achieve a level of competence with the skill. Your supervisor will also ensure your level of competence meets UDOT’s requirements and will certify you have completed the training.

Q. What is a Skills Mastery Review?

A Skills Mastery Review is a way to review how well technician’s in construction or maintenance have learned important skills. These reviews include different activities, like hands-on tasks (such as directing traffic, using special tools, or running equipment), communication tasks (like sending emails or creating documents), and “what if” situations where they solve problems. After the review, the technician gets feedback and results. If they do well, they move on to the next phase. If they don’t, they get help to improve their skills and another chance to take the review at a later date.