State Worker (Tolls) - International Bridge
Salary
$16.00 Hourly
Location
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Job Type
Non Career
Job Number
5901-26-IBA-3-SW-Tolls-LB
Department
Transportation
Opening Date
08/12/2026
Closing Date
8/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
MICHIGAN STATE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (MSEA)
Job Description
THIS IS A NON-CAREER APPOINTMENT THAT IS LIMITED TO 129 HOURS PER MONTH AND 1,039 HOURS PER APPOINTMENT
For entry purposes, must be able to satisfy all border crossing requirements for both United States Customs and Canada Border Services Agency.
This position greets customers, collects tolls; assists drivers across the bridge; checks truck traffic to ensure compliance with bridge rules and regulations; assists in taking surveys, helps law enforcement agencies in locating sought vehicles, delivers emergency messages, and assists in distributing customer comment cards as necessary. This position also acts as secondary operator of Security Operations Center as deemed necessary by supervision depending upon current security level. As a 24/7 operation, the position requires working various schedules which will include weekends and holidays as needed. This position requires possession of a valid drivers license to perform miscellaneous bridge escort services as requested and assist in driving motorists across the bridge.
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the State Worker position.
For additional information, please see the links below:
The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Required Education and Experience
Education
No specific amount is required.
Experience
No specific type or amount is required.
Additional Requirements and Information
To be considered for this position you must:
View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateWorker.pdf
MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
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 MDOT-OHR@Michigan.gov.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
Non-career employees are not eligible for insurance benefits, but they may be able to participate in deferred-compensation 401k and 457 plans and earn paid sick time.
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Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?
02
STATEWKR - Do you possess a valid drivers license?
03
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?
04
Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee?
05
Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.).
06
Do you possess a valid Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative document (e.g., passport, passport card, NEXUS card, enhanced drivers license, Tribal Status Card)?
07
If you answered yes to having an approved Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative document, please check all that apply:
08
How many years of cash handling experience do you possess? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.
09
If you answered yes to possessing cash handling experience, please select all the environments in which you obtained your experience:
10
If you indicated you have cash handling experience, please describe the extent of your experience as well as include this as part of your work history in your application. If none, indicate N/A.
11
How many years of experience do you have being responsible for your own cash drawer/float for employment purposes? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.
12
If you indicated you have experience being responsible for your own cash drawer/float for employment purposes, please describe the extent of your experience as well as include this as part of your work history in your application. If none, indicate N/A.
13
How many years of experience do you have performing customer service? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.
14
How many years of experience do you have operating a point of sale (POS) system? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.
15
Are you willing and able to routinely work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays?
16
MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs?
17
MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)
Required Question
Employer State of Michigan
Department Transportation Address 425 West Ottawa Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
| Location | MI |
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