Highway Maintenance Coordinator

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Highway Maintenance Coordinator to oversee maintenance operations within the Department of Transportation. This role involves collaborating with the County Manager to assess highway conditions, advocate for necessary personnel and equipment, and identify urgent maintenance needs. The position offers a mix of independence and oversight, allowing you to strategize effectively while ensuring the success of the highway maintenance program. If you have a passion for infrastructure and a desire to make a difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Three years as a Highway Foreman 2 or five years of technical experience in highway maintenance.
• Possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate maintenance requirements for highways and identify essential activities.
• Monitor effectiveness of subordinate foremen and implement corrective measures.

Skills

Highway Maintenance

Technical Experience in Highway Construction

Assessment and Evaluation Skills

Education

Highway Foreman 2 experience

Technical training in highway maintenance

Job description

Do you have a talent for overseeing maintenance operations? If you're on the lookout for a thrilling position within the Department of Transportation that recognizes and appreciates your skills, we have an ideal opportunity waiting for you! Step into the role of Highway Maintenance Coordinator, where you will collaborate with the County Manager to evaluate the state of highways, advocate for essential personnel and equipment, and pinpoint vital needs for the area. If this prospect piques your interest, we encourage you to submit your application today!

The primary duty associated with this position is to evaluate the maintenance requirements for a designated area within the county's maintenance framework. This entails a thorough assessment of highway conditions, identifying essential maintenance activities, and recognizing any urgent needs specific to the region. Furthermore, the role includes monitoring the effectiveness of subordinate foremen and implementing necessary corrective measures to guarantee that set goals are accomplished. While the County Manager offers oversight, the role allows for considerable independence in strategizing and executing work initiatives. Additionally, the outcomes of the work are subject to review to confirm that the goals of the highway maintenance program are being successfully fulfilled.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Summer work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Three years as a Highway Foreman 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Five years of technical experience in highway maintenance or highway construction; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail].

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.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.