Highway Equipment Manager 2

The Department of Transportation is seeking a talented leader who excels at problem-solving and system improvement to manage the highway equipment maintenance program in Huntingdon County. In this position, you will be responsible for overseeing a fleet of heavy construction and automotive equipment, guiding mechanic supervisors and shop staff, and ensuring that all facilities and stockpiles are well-maintained. You will lead training and certification for equipment operators, act as a certified CDL examiner, and supervise the CDL Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. If you are looking for a role where your leadership can make a difference in the transportation system that millions depend on daily, this is a great opportunity for you.

In this role, you will plan, direct, and manage the highway equipment maintenance program for a County Maintenance Organization. Your responsibilities include developing and monitoring the county's fleet model and budget, overseeing the maintenance, repair, and dispatch of heavy construction and automotive equipment, and supervising mechanic supervisors and shop personnel. You will also ensure that all buildings, grounds, stockpiles, and equipment-related facilities are properly maintained. A key part of the job is preparing and administering a preventative maintenance program for both equipment and buildings, reviewing the work of garage staff, and inspecting equipment to determine repair or replacement needs.

You will manage several important administrative and safety programs, including the county's equipment operator training, testing, and certification program, where you will serve as a certified 3rd-party CDL examiner and equipment certifier. You will also oversee the CDL Drug and Alcohol Testing Program to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements. Your work supports the county's ability to operate a safe, reliable fleet and maintain well-functioning facilities that keep highway operations running smoothly.

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.
• This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS).
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Highway Equipment Manager 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience in the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel engines and other components of heavy highway maintenance and construction vehicles and equipment including two years of such experience in a supervisory or administrative capacity; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Conditions of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License which is not under suspension with Air Brake restriction removed.
• This position requires possession of a valid Class 4 or Class 7 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Inspection Mechanic Certification by end of probationary period.
• This position requires one year of experience or training in the repair or maintenance of diesel engines.

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.

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 may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.

• 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.