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Highway Equipment Manager 2

Salary

$67,736.00 - $102,905.00 Annually

Location

Somerset County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-29138-93022

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Somerset Co

Opening Date

07/09/2025

Closing Date

7/22/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

93022

Position Number

00167286

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

J3

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00080970

Bureau / Division

PennDOT District Maintenance 9-7, Somerset County

Worksite Address

1312 North Center Avenue

City

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15501

Contact Name

Lisa Tipton

Contact Phone

814.317.3131

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

If you are interested in utilizing your skills and experience to make a positive contribution to the transportation industry, the role of Highway Equipment Manager 2 may be the perfect fit for you. As the Highway Equipment Manager for the Somerset County Maintenance Office, you will be responsible for overseeing the comprehensive highway equipment program and ensuring its smooth operation. With your excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and strong work ethic, you will play a critical role in maintaining and improving the efficiency and safety of transportation on highways. Do not miss this opportunity to make a significant impact in such a vital position—apply now!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will be responsible for developing and managing the equipment maintenance program, analyzing and creating budgets for fleet maintenance and repair, overseeing the repair facilities and personnel, and ensuring that all equipment is properly maintained and operational. In addition, you will supervise the mechanic supervisors and shop personnel, prepare schedules, and implement preventative maintenance measures. Furthermore, you will manage the equipment operator training, testing, and certification program to guarantee safe operations. Your strong leadership skills will not only inspire your team to work efficiently and effectively, but also promote a positive and safe work environment.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00167286) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

+ Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ Shifts may vary depending on seasonal requirements

+ Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

+ 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 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ;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 Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake restriction removed.

+ This position requires valid PA Class 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification.

+ This position requires one year of experience or training in the repair or maintenance of diesel engines.

+ This position requires Tank (N) endorsement be obtained within the probationary period.

Other Requirements:

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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 application (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 may 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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.

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.

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/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Condition of Employment-Do you possess a valid Pennsylvania Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) that is not under suspension, with air brake restriction removed, or equivalent?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered "yes" to the above question, please provide the license number expiration date and issuing state. If you answered "no", please type N/A in the text box below.

03

Condition of Employment-Do you possess a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Class 7 Inspection Mechanic Certification or equivalent?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If Yes, please provide the certificate number and expiration date. If you do not have a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Class 7 or Class 4 inspection Mechanic Certificate, please type N/A in the text box below.

05

Condition of Employment-Do you possess one or more years of full-time experience or training in the repair or maintenance of diesel engines?

+ Yes

+ No

06

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

07

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Highway Equipment Manager 1 for one or more years full-time?

+ Yes

+ No

08

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

09

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in an approved Temporary Working Out of Class (TWOC) capacity in which you feel you gained qualifying experience toward meeting the minimum experience and training requirements for this job title?

+ Yes

+ No

10

In order for this TWOC experience to be considered in the eligibility determination, you must provide the official TWOC report which provides the total hours worked in the Acting capacity, which can be obtained by contacting your Human Resources Office and requesting the official TWOC report. Please also provide the following required information. Failure to provide the required information, including the official TWOC report, will result in your TWOC assignment not being considered in the evaluation of eligibility.

+ Job Code/Classification held while working in the approved out-of-class assignment

+ Name of HR Office employee from which the official TWOC report was obtained

11

How many years of full-time experience in the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel engines and other components of heavy highway maintenance and construction vehicles and equipment do you possess?

+ 3 years or more

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

12

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

13

Do you possess two or more years of full-time experience in the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel engines and other components of heavy highway maintenance and construction vehicles and equipment in a supervisory or administrative capacity?

+ Yes

+ No

14

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

15

How much full-time experience in the procurement, storage, and distribution of an equipment parts inventory do you possess?

+ 6 months or more

+ Less than 6 months

+ None

16

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

17

Have you completed any post-high school technical school training in gasoline or diesel engine mechanics or heavy equipment repair?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ Yes

+ No

18

If you answered "yes" to the above question, please provide the title of the course, the name of the institution with whom you completed the course, and the number of clock hours completed. If you answered "no", please enter N/A.

19

Do you possess a license to conduct state automotive inspections, issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?

+ Yes

+ No

20

If you answered "yes" to the above question, please provide the license number and expiration date. If you answered "no", type N/A in the text box below.

21

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – MANAGES AN AUTOMOTIVE/EQUIPMENT FLEET

Manages an automotive/equipment fleet by assigning vehicles/equipment; inspecting equipment; analyzing fleet data and information to determine the need for repair/replacement; monitoring and managing available funding to ensure the proper, efficient, and cost effective replacement or repair of equipment; negotiating charges for parts and repair of equipment with dealers and garage owners; overseeing preventive maintenance and repair programs for all assigned vehicles/equipment; and investigating accidents involving vehicles and equipment.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience, MANAGING THROUGH SUBORDINATE SUPERVISORS, an automotive/equipment fleet which includes assigning vehicles/equipment; inspecting equipment; analyzing fleet data and information to determine the need for repair/replacement; monitoring and managing available funding to ensure the proper, efficient, and cost effective replacement or repair of equipment; negotiating charges for parts and repair of equipment with dealers and garage owners; overseeing preventive maintenance and repair programs for all assigned vehicles/equipment; and investigating accidents involving vehicles and equipment.

+ B. I have experience MANAGING, THROUGH SUBORDINATE SUPERVISORS, a few aspects of the work behavior above or DIRECTLY SUPERVISING most or all of the aspects of the work behavior above for vehicles or equipment.

+ C. I have experience SUPERVISING a few aspects of the work behavior above for vehicles or equipment.

+ D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

23

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed related to managing an automotive/equipment fleet.

+ Your level of responsibility.

24

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – MANAGES MECHANIC SUPERVISORS, MECHANICS, AND OTHER PERSONNEL

Manages mechanic supervisors, mechanics, and other garage and field personnel by preparing work schedules; planning, organizing, and assigning work; reviewing work for adherence to requirements; coordinating repairs; and ensuring that operational needs are met; and schedules mechanics and equipment operators for training and certification.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience MANAGING mechanic SUPERVISORS, mechanics, and other garage and field personnel by preparing work schedules; planning, organizing, and assigning work; reviewing work for adherence to requirements; coordinating repairs; ensuring that operational needs are met; and scheduling mechanics and equipment operators for training and certification.

+ B. I have experience SUPERVISING mechanics and/or other garage and field personnel performing most or all aspects of the work behavior above.

+ C. I have experience supervising garage personnel to ensure vehicles and/or equipment are maintained and/or repaired properly.

+ D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

25

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed related to managing mechanic supervisors, mechanics, and other personnel.

+ Your level of responsibility.

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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – PERFORMS ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS

Performs administrative functions such as hiring, discharging, disciplining, and completing performance evaluations; interprets union contracts and conducts operations in compliance with the contracts; supports and complies with all related administrative programs such as performance metrics and proficiency monitoring; and monitors training programs and the instructors to ensure proper content and methods.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience performing administrative functions such as hiring, discharging, disciplining, and completing performance evaluations; interpreting union contracts and conducting operations in compliance with the contracts; supporting and complying with all related administrative programs such as performance metrics and proficiency monitoring; AND monitoring training programs and the instructors to ensure proper content and methods.

+ B. I have experience performing administrative functions such as hiring, discharging, disciplining, and completing performance evaluations; OR interpreting union contracts and conducting operations in compliance with the contracts; OR supporting and complying with related administrative programs such as performance metrics and proficiency monitoring; AND monitoring training programs and the instructors to ensure proper content and methods.

+ C. I have experience performing administrative functions such as hiring, discharging, disciplining, and completing performance evaluations OR presenting training to various personnel.

+ D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

27

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed related to administrative functions.

+ Your level of responsibility.

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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – PREPARES REPORTS

Prepares written time, progress, equipment, and inspection reports; interprets reports and records related to equipment utilization, cost cycling, repair work performed, and preventive maintenance; and makes recommendations concerning the findings of inspections and results of the reports.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience PREPARING a variety of written time, progress, equipment, and inspection reports; INTERPRETING reports and records related to equipment utilization, cost cycling, repair work performed, and preventive maintenance; AND MAKING RECOMMENDATIONS concerning the findings of inspections and results of the reports.

+ B. I have experience preparing written time, progress, equipment, and inspection reports or making recommendations concerning the findings of inspections and results of the reports.

+ C. I have experience preparing simple written or checklist reports related to work performed.

+ D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The types of reports you prepared.

+ Your level of responsibility.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov