Highway Equipment Manager 2

The Department of Transportation is seeking a talented individual to fill the position of Highway Equipment Manager 2. This role involves managing the comprehensive highway equipment program for Engineering District 9-0. If you are ready to showcase your outstanding organizational abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and strong work ethic, this is the perfect opportunity for you. As the district's fleet and equipment authority, you will play a crucial role in leading our dedicated team. Apply now to make a significant impact in this vital position.

In this position, you will oversee the management of purchasing, maintenance, and repair activities related to automotive and highway maintenance equipment within the Engineering District. Your role is crucial in supporting all county organizations with equipment management, focusing on aspects such as procurement, utilization, scheduling, budgeting, repair costs, and training. You will be responsible for managing the district's equipment inventory, ensuring an appropriate fleet size, balancing the age of the fleet with repair expenses and available funds for new acquisitions, and optimizing equipment usage. Additionally, you will provide leadership and guidance to County Equipment Managers to ensure adherence to established policies, programs, procedures, and standards. You will also develop, update, and monitor key performance measures for essential equipment activities, make purchasing recommendations to the Assistant District Engineer for Maintenance, and approve and oversee the procurement of equipment repair parts.

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.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Hollidaysburg.
• This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS)
• 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.

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class A Commercial Driver's License which is not under suspension with Air Brake restriction removed.
• This position requires one year of experience or training in the repair or maintenance of diesel engines.
• This position requires possession of a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Inspection Mechanic Certification "Class 7" by end of Probationary period.
• This position will require Tank (N) and HAZMAT (H) or Tank/HAZMAT (X) endorsements by end of Probationary period.
• This position will require Incidental Use (IU) certification for all fleet equipment to be obtained after hiring.

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.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• 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 will 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%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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.