Highway Maintenance Coordinator

State of Oregon•Baker City, OR

12d•$4,312 - $6,581•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking a Highway Maintenance Coordinator for the Delivery & Operations Division – Region 5 Maintenance Crew in Baker City. This role involves overseeing the work of the road maintenance crew, including the repair, renovation, and reconstruction of roadbeds, surfaces, structures, and facilities, to ensure Oregon’s roads are safe for all travelers. The department is committed to providing a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that supports Oregon's communities and economy, and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.

Requirements

Three years of maintenance or construction experience in roadway, highway, bridge, sign, drawbridge, or landscape.
Maximum 30 minute response time to 19775 Hwy 86, Baker City, OR 97814 for emergency call-outs.
Must possess a current, valid commercial driver's license A (CDL-A) with a tanker endorsement, no air brake restrictions, no 5th wheel restrictions and no manual transmission restrictions, OR have the ability to acquire a class A commercial learner permit within 60 days of hire and a CDL-A with a tanker endorsement and restrictions removed within six months of hire.
A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required.
Pre-employment driving records checks, including Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse registration and full query check for final candidate(s) and annual query for current employees.

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 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.
A current, valid commercial driver's license A (CDL-A) is preferred.
Experience participating on district leadership teams, safety committees, or large district-wide projects.

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, control traffic, gather and record data, notify appropriate public safety units, and arrange for staff and equipment.