Performs abroad scope of high level highway operational duties (including scheduling, assigning and overseeing crew/org work, inspecting work, training and guiding staff) related to items such as operation of motorized vehicles and equipment, pavement care and preservation, roadside shoulder restoration and repairs, delivery of equipment and materials, sign fabrication,office administration, permit compliance, record keeping, work management reports, inventory and features tracking, budgeting, data entry, contract preparation and tracking,environmental compliance, vehicle and equipment care. Provide and preserve a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public, as well as being courteous, considerate and prompt in dealing with and serving the public. Establishes priorities to be accomplished and communicates to the crews the needed work and location. The progress of the crews and contractors will be inspected, recorded and (if needed) authorized for payment. The position will assure proper procedures are being utilized. This position may act on behalf of the supervisor in his/her absence, training and guiding other staff, overseeing special projects, feature inventory assessment, and level of service measurements, as well as assisting with the day-to-day operation of the unit.This position could be required to work nights. Note: This position could be called out to respond to emergency callouts (24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Operates and trains others on truck-mounted and/or stand-alone motorized vehicles and powered/non-powered equipment and tools to properly perform
assigned work duties. Vehicles and equipment include but not limited to loaders, large trucks, large trailers, variable message boards, cone trucks, power
brooms, water tankers, rollers, oil boots and attenuators. Includes the required maintenance checks and minor services to comply with laws rules policies and procedure.
Inspects, repairs and trains others on all highway system features, safety and components, makes periodic adjustments, checks for performance, and
documents status for electronic management and data storage records. System features include but not limited to signs, guardrail, barriers, walls, channels, pavements, drainage structures, pumps, engines, computerized devices.
Performs difficult, highly skilled tasks appropriate to roadway maintenance, operates heaviest construction and maintenance type equipment in
accomplishing precise maneuvers for special work activities as prescribed by work standards Enters crew cards into Pecos work program. Assists with the overview of the unit's budget.
Enters crew cards into Pecos work program. Assists with the overview of the unit's budget. Assists with the management of the annual work plan,
coordinating resources (manpower, equipment and materials), contracted services and items, and facility management.
Processes work report requests and special reports requested by supervisors, superintendents, and managers. Assists units and section with developing
annual work plan and budget.. Tracks units boundary changes. Will drive a vehicle in the course and scope of state business.
Insures preventive maintenance on vehicle, powered/non-powered equipment and tools; determines need for major maintenance/repair and arranges
services.
Coordinates and documents alternate work resources such as prison work crews and contracted services along with in house crews for most efficient
manpower and equipment usage. Assists construction crews with projects to assure highway assets are protected and for end-product acceptance.
Experience equivalent to:
Highway Operations Tech 1
Highway Operations Tech 2
Highway Operations Tech 3
A commercial driver's' license with proper endorsements at time of appointment.
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.