HIGHWAY OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN SUPERVISOR

Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture. Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they foster an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.

Are you interested in an environment where leaders foster a culture based on respect for people and continuous improvement? ADOT leaders model a collaborative, problem solving, and coaching based culture focused on employee engagement and development. Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they sustain an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment. ADOT leaders are visible and present, demonstrating: We are Connecting Arizona

Manage the assets of the maintenance operation unit which may include, but not be limited to: develop, implement, and monitor annual work program assuring the scheduled activities are accomplished within the annual budget; compose a strategic plan to align with department goals; supervise work crews and staff; establish and maintain weekly work schedules; accountable for incident response and management; maintain roadway components and features; ensuring proper operation and maintenance of all heavy equipment assigned to the unit; ensure that operators are properly trained and qualified for traffic control; manage winter snow operations; provide input for the project development process: recommend locations for new construction and spot improvement projects; work with the Superintendent and the Maintenance Engineer in establishing areas for major rehabilitation pavement projects; review plans and specifications, project assessments, attend field reviews and provide support; review construction inspection operations on current projects; responsible for exercising considerable judgment assuring that the public's investment in the highway system is preserved and safe to travel upon.

Will respond to emergency call outs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week within 30 minutes. Overtime will be required to include nights, weekends, and holidays. This is the Supervisory position for the highway operations technician series; performing a broad scope of supervisory level highway operational duties.

Prepare, execute and adjust annual work program of assigned unit; monitors operations work plan implementation to ensure quality, timeliness and proper performance of operations activities.

Schedule highway operation technicians, equipment, materials and contractors needed to accomplish assigned tasks; oversee expenditures for compliance with policies and procedures; supervise work crews as needed to safely and efficiently perform highway operations work, fabricate products,operate equipment and respond to incidents.

Perform performance appraisals and initiate disciplinary actions on employees; determine training needs for employees beyond the mandatory classes; approve time sheets, annual leave and overtime; administer personnel policies and procedures for appointments and for recommending disciplinary actions.

Monitor unit budget to ensure expenditures are within guidelines for work accomplishments and in compliance with procurement policies.

Review plans, specifications, and project assessments; provide technical input to construction orgs during projects; develop projects for submittal to construction program; develop and review technical specifications for maintenance contracts, administer contracts and service agreements; provide technical expertise for the purchasing of new or replacement equipment and developing strategies for addressing roadway deficiencies.

On a routine basis, visually inspect all roadway/roadside features in assigned geographic area, to determine maintenance priorities and needs; insure compliance with design criteria and current safety standards.

Monitor permits work for compliance with permit specifications and department standards; monitor right of way for unauthorized encroachments; coordinate work of volunteers, prison inmates, and other customers desiring to assist with the maintenance program.

Knowledge of:

ADOT's mission and goals; federal, state and agency laws, rules and regulations, policies and procedures, practices, methods and techniques, as well as tools and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of highways

Safety practices, OSHA/ADOSH standards; maintenance management practices, and supervisory techniques

State and ADOT policies and regulations governing procurement, unit budget management; construction cost estimating

Engineering principles and practices; contract specifications and administration; road and roadside materials; hydrology and hydraulic principles as it relates to drainage facility maintenance

MUTCD and ADOT traffic control requirements

Incident response and incident management techniques

Local emergency regulations governing biological impacts

Skills in:

Leadership, work and time management, and employee development

Written and oral communications; reading and interpreting plans, standards, and specifications; conducting OJT training; visual analysis; computer use and navigation of several computer programs; negotiation and conflict resolution

Customer service. Skill in professionally handling emergency situations, incident management, fleet vehicle and equipment management, and personnel issues

Google G-Suite and associated programs

Ability to:

Plan, organize, supervise, assign, inspect the work of others

Motivate and evaluate unit staff, provide and guide for their training and development

Analyze complex highway maintenance problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend or adopt effective courses of action

Develop and implement work standards; prepare clear and concise records, reports and other written materials

Exercise independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines

Establish and maintain effective relationships with external and internal customers

Coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles

Experience equal to:
Three (3) years as a Highway Operations Technician II; OR two (2) years as a Highway Operations Technician III; OR one (1) year as a Highway Operations Technician IV.

Commercial Driver's License preferred.

A physical is required

High School diploma or GED

This position requires possession of a valid Arizona Class D Driver License. Candidates for this position must complete and sign PART 1 of the State of Arizona Application for Employment at the time of interview, which will allow ADOT to obtain the candidate's motor vehicle record (MVR). If considered, PART 2 of the State of Arizona Application for Employment allows a record review and reference check. The most recent 39-month period shown on the MVR will be reviewed in accordance with A.A.C. R2-10-207.11 (H) and (I). The review must show an acceptable driving record prior to any offer of employment being made by ADOT. Employment is contingent upon an acceptable MVR and record review/ reference check.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required

Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-7279. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.