Highway Foreman 2

Are you experienced in road maintenance and project management, with a commitment to public service? The Bradford County Department of Transportation is offering an exciting opportunity for you to step into a leadership position as a Highway Foreman 2. In this role, you will oversee a team dedicated to general highway maintenance, engaging in manual labor and operating heavy machinery to carry out essential repair and maintenance work on or near designated highways. If this opportunity resonates with your skills and aspirations, we would love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career by applying for this fulfilling position today.

In this position, you will be tasked with planning, scheduling, and supervising a team of equipment operators and laborers engaged in various heavy construction activities for highway maintenance. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks, including patching, crack sealing, shoulder repairs, drainage installation and cleaning, guide rail setup, roadway sweeping, litter collection, pothole filling, roadway widening, and addressing public complaints, as well as managing emergency responses to adverse weather conditions or accidents.

You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records of field activities, promptly reporting any unusual incidents, injuries, or equipment damage, and investigating highway-related complaints to ensure appropriate responses. Keeping detailed road logs will be essential for effective work planning and prioritization, while you will also recommend and schedule work scopes, workforce requirements, and necessary equipment to minimize downtime. Training crew members on the proper use of tools and equipment, along with maintenance procedures, is crucial for compliance with safety standards. Additionally, you will select suitable traffic control setups and prioritize safety for both the crew and the public, promoting awareness of work area conditions and implementing measures to prevent accidents, ensuring that any injuries are reported immediately and that first aid is administered as needed.

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.
• Travel and overtime may be required.
• Dual shifts in effect November through March.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,105 (before taxes).
• 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 Foreman 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); 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 Requirements:

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

Additional Requirements:

• 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).
• 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.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.