ASSISTANT HIGHWAY PATROL FOREMAN - District 1

State of New Hampshire; Columbia (NH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

State of New Hampshire's Department of Transportation seeks an Assistant Highway Patrol Foreman to support supervision of patrol crews, equipment operators, and entry-level staff in highway maintenance and roadside facilities.

The role emphasizes coordinating tasks, ensuring safety and environmental compliance, and maintaining records. Strong emphasis on responsiveness to 24/7 callouts and collaboration with the Highway Patrol Foreman and district staff.

Qualifications

• CDL-B with appropriate endorsements required.
• MVR must meet agency minimum standards.
• Pre-employment urinalysis drug screen required.
• Ability to lift or carry material up to 50 lbs intermittently.
• Available 24/7 for telephone or other communication.
• Equivalent combination of 3 years education and experience after high school.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hiring and training patrol crews and operators.
• Inspect tasks to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Review schedules and assignments for efficient coverage.
• Maintain personnel records and equipment documentation.
• Supervise crews in Foreman's absence to ensure continuity.
• Perform heavy labor tasks and operate highway equipment as needed.
• Respond to winter maintenance and traffic emergencies 24/7.

Skills

CDL-B

MVR standards

Drug screening (pre-employment)

Lift up to 50 lbs

24/7 availability

Education/Experience mix: 3 years

Education

3 years education/experience after high school

Trainee option: 2+ years education/experience

Job description

Assistant Highway Patrol Foreman

Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highway Maintenance, District 1, Columbia, NH

Position #20459

Pay: $19.96/hour – $26.41/hour; Trainee Status: $19.23/hour

Summary

To serve as an Assistant Patrol Foreman for an assigned Highway Patrol Section/Shed, assisting in supervision and coordination of crew and contractor activities year‑round, ensuring compliance with regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after high school, including at least 1 year performing all phases of highway maintenance work.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B (CDL-B) with appropriate endorsements.
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) meeting agency minimum standards.
• Negative result on a pre‑employment urinalysis drug screen per federal and DOT rules.
• Ability to lift or carry material up to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis.
• Available 24/7 for telephone or other communication.

Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 2+ years of education and experience after high school may be considered and hired in trainee status for this position.

Other Requirements

• Must be available to respond to highway maintenance call‑outs on a 24‑hour basis to earn the maintenance stipend.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree from a recognized college or technical institute in civil technology or public works administration, or two years of college with at least six semester hours in civil technology or public works administration.

After‑Hire Requirements

Offers of employment are conditional upon obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License medical card, unless the candidate is currently employed by the State of New Hampshire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hiring and training patrol crews, mechanized equipment operators, and entry‑level personnel involved in all phases of highway maintenance and roadside facility operations.
• Inspects tasks to ensure quality, timely completion, appropriate use of resources, and adherence to safety, environmental, and department guidelines.
• Review work schedules, staffing and job assignments to ensure efficient coverage, and collaborate with other Assistant Highway Patrol Foremen as necessary.
• Maintain section and personnel records, including time/attendance, required data, tracking input, and documentation; recommend staffing, equipment, materials, or operational needs to the Highway Patrol Foreman.
• Supervise patrol crews in the absence of a Foreman to provide continuity of operations.
• Perform intermittent heavy physical labor tasks such as drainage construction, building and equipment maintenance/repair, and general road maintenance.
• Operate 2‑ or 3‑axle commercial trucks (>26,001 GVW), tractors with loaders and/or backhoes, and related highway equipment.
• Execute assigned tasks under adverse conditions, including exposure to high-speed traffic, hazardous materials, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and disaster situations.
• Ensure the maintenance of all equipment, buildings, and facilities for proper operation, serviceability, cleanliness, and safety within the assigned section.
• Observe environmental and road conditions for the assigned area and determine appropriate actions for plowing or road maintenance mitigations.
• Monitor the rate-of-application of highway materials and substances to ensure adequate supplies and efficient use based on weather, traffic, and geographic conditions, and provide direction to patrol crews and contractors.
• Record, track, and input data on material/supplies used for cost accounts, bookkeeping, and other business reporting functions.
• Meet with local officials, abutters, and contractors regarding access and utility permits.
• Respond immediately in performing winter maintenance and/or other traffic emergency activities on a 24‑hour basis throughout the year.
• Perform work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders.

Total Compensation Information

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits: The actual value of State‑paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated. See this link for details on State‑paid health benefits https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay.

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500–$1800 value).
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan.
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan.
• $50,000 state‑paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance.
• Incentive‑based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500).

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964