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Highway Foreman 2

Salary

$53,105.00 - $69,203.00 Annually

Location

Lehigh County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-29635

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Lehigh Co

Opening Date

07/16/2025

Closing Date

7/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

91020

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J2

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

00080530

Bureau / Division

Transportation, Lehigh County

Worksite Address

1712 Lehigh Street

City

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18103

Contact Name

Jennifer Hodge

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

The Lehigh County Maintenance Office of the Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated individuals to fill our Highway Foreman 2 positions. In this role, you will lead a committed highway maintenance team responsible for manual labor and operating heavy machinery to perform routine maintenance and repairs on designated highways. The position demands strong planning and execution skills to ensure the successful completion of various projects and assignments. Seize this opportunity and apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will oversee various maintenance activities, which include planning for necessary materials, managing traffic control, ensuring equipment availability, and coordinating personnel. You will assess the skill levels of your team members and provide recommendations for training and performance enhancement opportunities. Additionally, you will supervise a highway maintenance crew engaged in manual labor and the operation of heavy machinery to conduct routine maintenance and repair tasks on assigned highways. This position requires year-round planning and the execution of all stages of projects or assignments.

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=00039963) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ Overtime, shift work and travel may be required for emergencies, training and specialized maintenance operations. Dual shifts required for winter operations.

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

+ Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,105 (before taxes).

+ 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 Foreman 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or

+ Two years of experience in the performance of lead work or skilled tradesman duties on a highway maintenance or construction project ;or

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

+ This position requires possession of a valid Class C Pennsylvania Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be 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).

+ 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.

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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

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*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered "Yes", please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

03

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

+ Yes

+ No

04

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.

05

How many years of full-time lead work experience on a highway maintenance or construction project do you possess?

+ 2 years or more

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

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

How many years of full-time experience do you possess in the performance of skilled tradesman duties on a highway maintenance or construction project?

+ 2 years or more

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

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 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.

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Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov