Garage Operations Lead - Safety-First Team Builder

State of Iowa; Leon (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS Retirement Program

Health benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Employee discount programs

Job summary

State of Iowa, Department of Transportation, is seeking a confident Garage Operations Assistant (GOA) to lead a maintenance crew and keep operations safe and efficient, aligned with our safety-first core values.

Based at the Leon maintenance location, the GOA will coordinate daily tasks, review logs, manage inventory, and support snow removal, grading, and paving projects while ensuring compliance and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDL permit required within hire; endorsements may be needed.
• Experience in highway maintenance or related field preferred.
• Willingness to reside within 45 minutes of Leon Garage within 5 months.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and communicate daily maintenance operations with the Highway Maintenance Supervisor.
• Handle routine administrative tasks using standard technology.
• Prepare project plans aligned with budget and operational requirements.
• Review maintenance records, inventories, supply logs, and crew reports for accuracy.
• Oversee traffic control setups to ensure safe roadway maintenance operations.
• Coordinate snow operations and operate snow-removal equipment.
• Assist with grading and paving projects.

Skills

Leadership

Safety-first mindset

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL permit within 5 months of hire

Job description

State of Iowa, Department of Transportation, is seeking a confident Garage Operations Assistant (GOA) to lead a maintenance crew and keep operations safe and efficient, aligned with our safety-first core values.

Based at the Leon maintenance location, the GOA will coordinate daily tasks, review logs, manage inventory, and support snow removal, grading, and paving projects while ensuring compliance and quality.