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State Worker (Tolls) - International Bridge

State of Michigan

Sault Ste. Marie, MIFull-time$16/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$16/hr
Location
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative DocumentValid Driver's License

Job overview

State of Michigan is hiring a State Worker (Tolls) - International Bridge. The State Worker (Tolls) at the International Bridge greets customers, collects tolls, assists drivers, checks truck traffic for compliance, and supports law enforcement and emergency communications. The role also serves as a secondary security operator and works rotating schedules including weekends and holidays.

Key focus areas include Greet customers and collect tolls, Assist drivers across the bridge, and Check truck traffic for compliance with bridge rules.

Successful candidates bring Valid Driver's License. Important skills include Rotating Shifts Availability, Valid Driver's License, Customer Service, Cash Handling, POS System Operation, and Security Operations Center Operator.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Rotating Shifts AvailabilityValid Driver's LicenseCustomer ServiceCash HandlingPOS System OperationSecurity Operations Center OperatorRotating Shift Availability

Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseWestern Hemisphere Travel Initiative DocumentSatisfy Border Crossing RequirementsPre‑Employment Drug TestPhysical ExaminationCriminal Background CheckProof of Eligibility to Work in United States

Benefits

401(k) Match

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State Worker (Tolls) - International Bridge

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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)

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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 driver's 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:

  • Possess a valid driver's license.

  • Possess a Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) document (e.g., Passport, Passport Card, NEXUS Card, WHTI approved State enhanced Driver's License) and maintain throughout employment in the position.

  • Be able to satisfy all border crossing requirements for both U.S. Customs and Canada Border Services Agency.

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 [email protected].

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) 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.

01

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?

  • Yes

  • No

02

STATEWKR - Do you possess a valid driver's license?

  • Yes

  • No

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?

  • Yes

  • No

04

Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee?

  • Yes

  • No

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.).

  • Yes

  • No

06

Do you possess a valid Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative document (e.g., passport, passport card, NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, Tribal Status Card)?

  • Yes

  • No

07

If you answered yes to having an approved Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative document, please check all that apply:

  • Passport

  • Passport Card

  • NEXUS Card

  • Enhanced Driver's License

  • Tribal Status Card

  • None

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.

  • More than 5 years

  • 3-5 years

  • 1-3 years

  • Less than 1 year

  • No experience

09

If you answered yes to possessing cash handling experience, please select all the environments in which you obtained your experience:

  • Retail Environment

  • Banking Environment

  • Restaurant Environment

  • Other

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.

  • More than 5 years

  • 3-5 years

  • 1-3 years

  • Less than 1 year

  • No experience

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.

  • More than 5 years

  • 3-5 years

  • 1-3 years

  • Less than 1 year

  • No experience

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.

  • More than 5 years

  • 3-5 years

  • 1-3 years

  • Less than 1 year

  • No experience

15

Are you willing and able to routinely work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays?

  • Yes

  • No

16

MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs?

  • MI Construction Career Days

  • MDOT Capstone Internship

  • MDOT Internship (Co-Op) Program

  • MDOT TRAC Program

  • MDOT Veteran Internship Program

  • MDOT Youth Development and Mentoring Program

  • National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI)

  • Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program (TDRP) Internship

  • Other

  • N/A

17

MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)

  • State of Michigan Website/NEOGOV or Governmentjobs.com

  • LinkedIn

  • College/University Career Services Office or website

  • Twitter

  • Facebook

  • Indeed

  • Career Search Engine (i.e. Monster, Careerbuilder)

  • Michigan Works! Agency

  • Career Fair

  • GovDelivery

  • Billboard

  • Employee Referral

  • Veterans Organization

  • Government Jobs

  • Diversity Jobs

  • recruitics

  • ZipRecruiter

  • Other

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Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Transportation

Address

425 West Ottawa Street

Lansing, Michigan, 48909

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