Reference #: 4527787 THE POSITION The Department of Transportation is currently on the lookout for a highly skilled individual to take on the role of Highway Equipment Manager 2. In this position, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire highway equipment program for PennDOT's Franklin County Maintenance Organization. Your duties will include managing the maintenance, repair, and dispatch of a diverse fleet of heavy construction and automotive equipment. Additionally, you will be in charge of supervising the equipment repair facilities and the dedicated personnel. Furthermore, you will be responsible for ensuring the upkeep of the building, grounds, stockpiles, and facilities used for equipment storage and maintenance. If you are up for the challenge, do not hesitate to apply today and become a valuable asset to the Department of Transportation. DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will be responsible for organizing, planning, and implementing a preventative maintenance program for equipment and buildings within a county maintenance organization. This includes creating schedules, conducting inspections, and determining the need for repairs or replacements. You will also be tasked with negotiating with dealers and garage owners to ensure fair pricing for repairs, parts, and warranty inspections. Additionally, you will oversee equipment operator training, testing, and certification programs to ensure that all operators are qualified to operate assigned equipment. Another aspect of this role involves managing equipment and tool inventories, monitoring usage, and assigning equipment to operators. You will also be responsible for approving the purchase of shop and foreman tools, as well as preparing reports on time, progress, and equipment usage to submit to supervisors. Furthermore, you will administer the rented equipment program, recommend emergency part requisitions for repairs, and participate in accident investigations involving state-owned equipment. You will also coordinate fleet accident reporting and damage repairs, as well as facilitate the transfer of equipment between counties.

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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. 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 Equipment Manager 1; 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. Conditions of Employment:

This position requires possession of a valid Class A or Class B Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brakes Restriction removed and tank (N) and HAZMAT (H) or Tank/HAZMAT (X) endorsements.

This position requires possession of a valid Class 4 or Class 7 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Inspection Mechanic Certification.

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. 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 applicatio (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.

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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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

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.

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.