Highway Operations Technician 4

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Work Type: Full-time
Location: GLOBE
Categories: Skilled Trades/Crafts, Misc/Other/Not Applicable

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Highway Operations Technician 4

Job Location:

Globe Maintenance
1900 N Hwy 60
Globe, AZ 85501

Posting Details:

Salary: $51,760.70 - $61,760.70 

Anticipated Salary: $56,760.70

Grade: 20

Closing Date: July 16, 2026

Job Summary:

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,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. This position may require 24/7 availability for emergency response call outs.

Job Duties:
Oversees and inspects roadway and right-of-way maintenance work operations, directing in-house and contracted services. Ensures safety and compliance with prevailing maintenance program guidelines in all operations. Coordinates and documents internal, contracted, and inmate crews to maximize manpower and equipment efficiency. 

Enters and approves crew cards into PeCoS work program. Performs quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy in PeCos and payroll systems. Assists with the development and management of the annual work plan and budget by coordinating resources (manpower, equipment and materials), contracted services and items, and facility management. Compile and analyze reports for supervisor.

Coordinates work force and participates in emergency response for incidents and weather events, including winter storm management, in accordance with ICS standards, to ensure the safety of the traveling public. Processes work report requests and special reports requested by supervisors, superintendents, and managers.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

  • Federal, state and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to work activities, safety practices and public relations.
  • Procedures, practices and methods of the operation, preventive maintenance and minor repair of vehicles and equipment used in roadway operations, roadside operations.
  • Business and office procedures, practices established for the work section, procurement, PeCoS reporting and coding, and materials and feature inventory.
  • Materials, equipment and tools used in work activities and established work methods and standards.
  • Right-of-way encroachment permitting, the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
  • Math, accounting, English, grammar and computer systems.


Skill in:

  • Skills in applying and making intermediate level interpretations of federal, state and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to work activities, safety practices and public relations; using proper materials, vehicles and equipment to perform work activities within established work methods.
  • Both verbal and written communication.
  • Problem solving, creating and maintaining sound interpersonal relationships, and leading and coaching employees.
  • Implementing change.


Ability to:

  • Plan, coordinate, analyze, perform multiple tasks, communicate effectively, comprehend directions, and work under stress.
  • Give and take direction.
  • Learn and adapt to changing priorities and tasks.
Selective Preference(s):

Experience equivalent to a Highway Operations Tech 1 , Hwy Ops Tech 2, Hwy Ops Tech 3.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

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).

Benefits:

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 program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us:

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.

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