Garage Operations Assistant - Waverly

State of Iowa • Waverly - 50677 - Bremer County, IA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Iowa Department of Transportation is looking for a decisive people leader with a safety-first mindset and the ability to lead efficient daily operations. As a Garage Operations Assistant (GOA), you will guide a highway maintenance crew while prioritizing what's critical to make Iowa roadways safer while fulfilling our Mission - Making Lives Better Through Transportation. This position will foster growth and support for its reporting team through the five core values of the department: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception. As part of the garage leadership team, you will oversee a dedicated crew.

Requirements

• A CDL permit upon hire.
• Class A and endorsements/restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date.
• A successful U.S. DOT Clearinghouse query.
• A pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described.
• A pre-employment drug screen and will be required ongoing participation in random drug and alcohol testing programs.
• May be required to obtain pesticide/herbicide certifications or other certifications as needed.
• Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency, and experience equal to four years of fulltime work in highway maintenance and equipment operation.
• Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency; and two years of full-time work experience in highway maintenance and equipment operation; and a total of two years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part b), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in construction technology/management or engineering equals one year of full-time experience.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes two years of full-time work as a Highway Technician Associate or Equipment Operator Senior.
• Possession of a valid Commercial Learner’s Permit upon hire.
• Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, a valid Commercial Driver’s License with the required endorsements and applicable restrictions must be obtained and subsequently maintained to continue employment.
• Prior to starting employment, all persons are required to have a post offer, pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described.
• Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to obtain and maintain Herbicide Applicator certification from the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.
• Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work areas.
• Employees must respond to emergency situations as required.
• Employees must be able to work up to 16 consecutive hours.

Nice To Haves

• Entry-level driver Training is available upon hire through the Iowa DOT. The multifaceted training will help meet all state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Managing and communicating daily maintenance and administrative operations with supervisor oversight
• Performing basic office administration via technical devices and software
• Preparing project plans within budgetary limitations
• Reviewing maintenance records, material supplies, inventory records, and crew reports
• Overseeing traffic control for maintenance activities
• Coordinating snow operations and operating snow equipment
• Assisting with grading/paving projects

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
• Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
• Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
• Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED