Roadway Maintenance Operations Lead

RI Council 94; Rhode Island; Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Department of Transportation seeks a Highway Field Operations Supervisor (Roadway) to direct and supervise a maintenance crew within the highway program. The role includes fleet management, work zone safety, and ensuring public safety while delivering daily operations.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree (or equivalent) with experience in heavy construction or highway maintenance, plus a valid Rhode Island CDL Class B with airbrake and tanker endorsements.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or high school with technical courses.
• Valid Rhode Island CDL Class B (airbrake and tanker endorsed) required.
• Proficiency in Windows environment (Word, Excel, Outlook) and maintenance software.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise a highway maintenance crew and oversee daily operations.
• Oversee fleet management, safety, and work zone/public safety protocols.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on time and materials.

Skills

Windows (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Fleet management

Safety compliance

Education

Associate’s degree

High school diploma with construction/engineering tech courses

Tools

VUEWorks

Job description

Rhode Island Department of Transportation seeks a Highway Field Operations Supervisor (Roadway) to direct and supervise a maintenance crew within the highway program. The role includes fleet management, work zone safety, and ensuring public safety while delivering daily operations.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree (or equivalent) with experience in heavy construction or highway maintenance, plus a valid Rhode Island CDL Class B with airbrake and tanker endorsements.