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Highway Foreman 2

Salary

$51,932.00 - $67,678.00 Annually

Location

Mercer County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2024-13070

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Mercer Co

Opening Date

11/27/2024

Closing Date

12/6/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

91020

Position Number

00094090

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J2

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

00080140

Bureau / Division

TR Mercer County

Worksite Address

215 N. Maple Street

City

Mercer, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16137

Contact Name

Amber Bell

Contact Phone

724.###.####

Contact Email

[email protected]

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THE POSITION

If you thrive in project management and have a knack for leadership, this position offers a fantastic chance to grow your career in an engaging environment! The Department of Transportation is seeking a hard-working Highway Foreman 2 to supervise the work of a general highway maintenance crew performing manual labor and operating heavy equipment to perform standard or routine maintenance and repair operations on or around assigned highways. Join us and make a significant impact in highway maintenance while advancing your professional journey.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for supervising and training a team of equipment operators and laborers who are engaged in various highway maintenance activities. This includes tasks such as patching, crack sealing, shoulder stabilization, drainage pipe installation and cleaning, guide rail installation, roadway sweeping, litter pickup, pothole filling, roadway widening, complaint investigation, and emergency response to snow and ice, storm damage, or vehicle accidents.

Your duties will also include investigating highway complaints and responding quickly and appropriately. Monitoring road conditions is crucial for effective planning and prioritization of tasks. This role ensures that materials and workmanship meet quality standards, supporting highway maintenance integrity. It requires a combination of planning, supervision, and technical skills. You must manage a team effectively, coordinate tasks, and maintain high work standards while being detail-oriented, as accurate records and prompt complaint responses are crucial. By performing these tasks, you contribute to the efficient operation and upkeep of highways, enhancing public safety and convenience.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

+ This position may require overtime, dual shifts, shift-work, and travel.

+ 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ One year of experience as a Highway Foreman 1; or

+ Two years of experience in the performance of lead work or skilled tradesman duties on a highway maintenance or construction project; or

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

+ This position requires possession of a valid Class C Pennsylvania Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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).

+ 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.

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 Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Highway Foreman 1 for one or more years full-time?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How many years of full-time lead work experience on a highway maintenance or construction project do you possess?

+ 2 years or more

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

06

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

07

How many years of full-time experience do you possess in the performance of skilled tradesman duties on a highway maintenance or construction project?

+ 2 years or more

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

08

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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Agency

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

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