Roadway Operations Lead – Garage & Maintenance

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Leon (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking a Garage Operations Assistant (GOA) to lead and support highway maintenance staff, prioritizing critical tasks and upholding safety. You’ll work with the team to keep operations running smoothly, coordinating daily activities, safety protocols, and project planning in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a CDL permit, potential pre-employment checks, and the ability to reside within 45 minutes of the Leon Maintenance Garage.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency; and four years of full-time highway maintenance and equipment operation experience.
• Two years of full-time highway maintenance and equipment operation experience; and
• Up to two years of education and/or full-time experience where 30 semester hours equals one year of experience.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Two years highway maintenance experience

Education/experience equivalence (30 semester hours = 1 year)

Experience in state executive branch (two years)

Job description

Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking a Garage Operations Assistant (GOA) to lead and support highway maintenance staff, prioritizing critical tasks and upholding safety. You’ll work with the team to keep operations running smoothly, coordinating daily activities, safety protocols, and project planning in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a CDL permit, potential pre-employment checks, and the ability to reside within 45 minutes of the Leon Maintenance Garage.