Highway Maintenance Coordinator (On-site Housing Available)

State of Oregon

105d • $4,207 - $6,420

About The Position

Transportation Maintenance Coordinator – Highway Maintenance Coordinator (On-site Housing Available) Oregon Department of Transportation Delivery & Operations Division – Region 5 Maintenance Crew Juntura This position is open for recruitment and fully funded following the 2025 Special Legislative Session. The role: Bring your maintenance and leadership experience to our team as a highway maintenance coordinator. In this role, you will help the transportation maintenance manager by overseeing the work of the road maintenance crew. You will oversee the repair, renovation and reconstruction of roadbeds, surfaces, structures and facilities. Join us in keeping Oregon’s roads safe for all travelers! Apply today! Our first application screening is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying. The majority of the work performed by the person in this position will be performed in the Eastern Oregon Border Economic Region. If you are a current Malheur County resident, you will receive 5% preference for this recruitment unless you opt out of receiving the preference. A resident applicant who received preference and accepted the position must maintain residency in Malheur County for at least five consecutive years following the hire date. Failure to maintain residency in Malheur County is considered a voluntary termination of employment from the position. We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Requirements

• Three years of maintenance or construction experience in roadway, highway, bridge, sign, drawbridge, or landscape.
• CDL-A Required: Employee will be required to use a commercial motor vehicle to conduct business.
• Must possess a current, valid commercial driver's license A (CDL-A) with no air brake restrictions, no 5th wheel restrictions and no manual transmission restrictions.
• Must have or be able to obtain a tanker endorsement within 30 days of hire.
• A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of methods and techniques for prioritizing, assigning and reviewing the work of others and working cooperatively with a wide variety of people.
• Knowledge of safety practices and precautions in transportation maintenance work.
• Knowledge of equipment, appropriate handling, and hazmat procedures of roadway.
• Knowledge of proper traffic control procedures, including highway signing, flagging and coning.
• Skill in communicating and following oral and written instructions and keeping written and computerized records of work.
• Experience completing basic mechanical repairs on light and heavy vehicles or equipment.
• Experience leading and coordinating a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, and assign work based on availability of materials, equipment, and staff resources.
• Monitor and inspect work activities for compliance with permit specifications.
• Monitor, train and ensure employees comply with equipment, material, environmental safety guidelines and performance expectations.
• Train employees on proper time reporting and completion of personal injury or vehicle accident reports.
• Investigate accidents, complete worker compensation claim forms, and coordinate return of workers.
• Assist manager with employee scheduling, appraisals, new hires and onboarding.
• Prepare and review payroll reports, timecards, daily work activities, accident reports, and expense and per diem reports.
• Develop work plans for projects and implement the most suitable work method.
• Ensure appropriate material and equipment is available at job sites and coordinate purchases.
• Inspect section highways and structures for potential accidents, hazards or damage.
• Respond to vehicle crashes or other roadway emergencies then control traffic, gather and record data, notify appropriate public safety units, arrange for staff and equipment.

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• 11 paid holidays a year
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid leave
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees