Highway Foreman 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation, Dauphin County, is seeking a Highway Foreman 2 to lead a highway maintenance crew and supervise projects from planning through completion. You will guide operations to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery on local roadways.

This role emphasizes crew leadership, efficient work planning, and adherence to safety standards, with a standard daytime schedule and no telework option.

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 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.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the work of equipment operators and laborers during highway maintenance activities
• Oversee tasks such as patching, drainage work, roadway cleaning, and emergency response actions
• Plan schedules, recommend priorities, and allocate resources to reduce downtime and improve productivity
• Promote safe practices, select traffic control setups, and lead accident and injury prevention efforts
• Instruct crew members in proper tool use, equipment methods, and quality standards
• Maintain accurate work records and report unusual incidents or equipment issues

Skills

Crew supervision

Safety leadership

Work planning

Record keeping

Job description

THE POSITION

The Highway Foreman 2 position with the Department of Transportation, Dauphin County is a chance to lead important work that keeps communities moving safely every day. This role gives you the opportunity to guide a skilled crew and make a lasting difference on local roads. You will help shape projects from start to finish and see the results of your leadership. Join a team that takes pride in improving travel for everyone.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on supervising a highway maintenance crew and ensuring that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to high standards. As a Highway Foreman 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Crew Supervision: Direct and coordinate the work of equipment operators and laborers during highway maintenance activities
• Maintenance Operations: Oversee tasks such as patching, drainage work, roadway cleaning, and emergency response actions
• Work Planning: Plan schedules, recommend priorities, and allocate resources to reduce downtime and improve productivity
• Safety Leadership: Promote safe practices, select traffic control setups, and lead accident and injury prevention efforts
• Training Guidance: Instruct crew members in proper tool use, equipment methods, and quality standards
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate work records and report unusual incidents or equipment issues

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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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 Requirements

• 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.