NEOGOV · 6 hours ago
Garage Operations Assistant - Coralville
Coralville - 52241 - Johnson County, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$58K/yr - $88K/yr
4+ years expThe Iowa Department of Transportation is looking for a decisive people leader who has a safety-first mindset to guide a highway maintenance crew. The Garage Operations Assistant will oversee daily operations to enhance the safety of Iowa roadways while supporting the team's growth through core values.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Managing and communicating daily maintenance and administrative operations with supervisor oversight
Performing basic office administration via technical devices and software
Preparing project plans within budgetary limitations
Reviewing maintenance records, material supplies, inventory records, and crew reports
Overseeing traffic control for maintenance activities
Coordinating snow operations and operating snow equipment
Assisting with grading/paving projects
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency, and experience equal to four years of fulltime work in highway maintenance and equipment operation
Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency; and two years of full-time work experience in highway maintenance and equipment operation; and a total of two years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part b), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in construction technology/management or engineering equals one year of full-time experience
Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes two years of full-time work as a Highway Technician Associate or Equipment Operator Senior
A CDL permit upon hire
Class A and endorsements/restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date
A successful U.S. DOT Clearinghouse query
A pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described
A pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in random drug and alcohol testing programs
May be required to obtain pesticide/herbicide certifications or other certifications as needed
Positions in this class require possession of a valid Commercial Learner's Permit upon hire
Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, a valid Commercial Driver's License with the required endorsements and applicable restrictions must be obtained and subsequently maintained to continue employment
Prior to starting employment, all persons are required to have a post offer, pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described
Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to obtain and maintain Herbicide Applicator certification from the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
Travel, including overnight travel, may be required for positions in this class
Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work areas
Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, employees in designated positions are required to reside within a defined driving time, during normal conditions, from the assigned work location
Employees must respond to emergency situations as required
Employees must be able to work up to 16 consecutive hours
Benefits
Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment and costs can be reviewed here.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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