Highway Foreman 2

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Media (Delaware County); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, via PennDOT, seeks a Highway Foreman 2 to lead roadway maintenance operations and supervise crews. You will oversee equipment use, ensure repairs are completed correctly, and make decisions that improve safety on essential routes.

The role emphasizes project planning, staff coordination, and training oversight to maintain high standards of roadway condition and safety across Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Highway Foreman 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) or two years leading highway maintenance/ construction work, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Direct maintenance crews and assign tasks for patching, drainage, repairs, and emergency response.
• Plan schedules, select materials and equipment, and set work priorities based on roadway conditions.
• Train employees in proper tool use, equipment handling, and maintenance procedures.
• Select traffic control setups, monitor work zones, and promote safety to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Maintain records of field activities and report injuries, unusual events, and equipment issues.
• Interview and select staff, evaluate performance, approve leave, and provide coaching and discipline as needed.

Job description

Are you ready to tackle a career leading roadway crews and keeping Pennsylvania highways safe and well maintained? Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) as a Highway Foreman 2 and take charge of a wide range of roadway maintenance efforts. In this position, you will direct crews, oversee equipment use, and ensure repairs are completed accurately. Your decisions will help improve safety and keep essential routes in good condition. Apply today to build upon your leadership skills while making a visible impact across your community!

This position supervises highway maintenance crews, oversees project planning, and ensures work is completed safely and correctly. Your efforts will support daily operations by coordinating staff, equipment, and worksite procedures. As a Highway Foreman 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Crew Supervision: Direct maintenance crews and assign tasks for patching, drainage work, repairs, and emergency response
• Project Planning: Plan schedules, select materials and equipment, and recommend work priorities based on roadway conditions
• Training Oversight: Train employees in proper tool use, equipment handling, and maintenance procedures
• Safety Management: Select traffic control setups, monitor work zones, and encourage actions that prevent accidents and injuries
• Record Keeping: Maintain clear records of field activities and report injuries, unusual events, and equipment issues
• Employee Leadership: Interview and select staff, evaluate performance, approve leave, and provide coaching and discipline when needed

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Summer hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $54,162.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Highway Foreman 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of experience in the performance of lead work or skilled tradesman duties on a highway maintenance or construction project; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of a valid Class C Pennsylvania Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.