Assistant Highway Maintenance Manager

THE POSITION

Would you thrive in a role where you could help lead the teams that keep Pennsylvania's highways safe and dependable every day? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is excited to welcome an ambitious Assistant Highway Maintenance Manager to guide essential roadway maintenance across the county. Here, you will have the opportunity to help plan and direct vital activities that support safe travel for the public. Apply today to make a positive impact on your community while enhancing your professional skill set!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the planning and direction of highway maintenance operations, including roadway repairs, equipment use, and coordination with staff and local partners. Your primary responsibilities will entail project planning, workforce guidance, and ensuring that maintenance activities meet all required standards. As an Assistant Highway Maintenance Manager, you will perform the following duties:

• Maintenance Planning: Prepare seasonal plans, estimates, and programs for highway and bridge maintenance
• Workforce Guidance: Provide instruction to managers and staff on proper maintenance practices and resource use
• Resource Evaluation: Review and recommend actions regarding funding, materials, staffing, and equipment needs
• Partner Coordination: Meet with local governments and public service organizations to discuss projects and set priorities
• Staff Supervision: Assign tasks, evaluate performance, and support training and development for employees
• Policy Compliance: Support environmental practices and ensure Fair Labor Standards Act responsibilities are followed

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.
• Dual shifts effective November through March.
• 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 $67,736.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Highway Maintenance Coordinator, Roadway Programs Coordinator, or Transportation Construction Manager 1 (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job titles, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Six years of technical experience in highway maintenance, highway construction, or maintenance of heavy equipment used in highway construction projects; 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 Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

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 min