Highway Maintenance Foreperson (LTC Ops I) - Greeley

This position is only open to Colorado state residents. New employees to the State will be paid biweekly, with 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

About CDOT

CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts
• PERA retirement, optional 401K plans, and generous paid time off (annual, sick, holiday, and other leave)
• Strong career growth, tuition reimbursement, and professional development
• Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness programs, credit union membership, and employee discount program
• Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

CDOT for All

CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience. We strive to create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe travel for the traveling public using preservation techniques to extend the life of CDOT's assets through asset management and understanding asset conditions
• Plan, develop, schedule, initiate, administer, and manage maintenance and operations for:
  • Roadway surfacing
  • Roadside structures
  • Roadside appearance
  • Traffic services
  • Structure maintenance
  • Snow and ice control
  • Material, equipment, buildings, and tunnel activities
• Determine the overall work plan and expectations for assigned area, maintaining a broader perspective of maintenance activities (safety, environmental awareness, resources, timing, budget, etc.)
• Evaluate situations, interpret and initiate processes and procedures, and initiate changes, particularly in emergency conditions and unique situations
• Work closely with peer area supervisors, other CDOT units, and outside agencies to plan for and respond to maintenance concerns
• Act as Incident Commander for a variety of emergency situations
• Perform all duties with a safety consciousness and the goal to provide exceptional internal and external customer service
• Maintain operational readiness of equipment and personnel of 90% or greater for snow events and other emergencies; may be placed on call
• Oversee large, complex maintenance projects involving multiple patrols and provide technical guidance on activities performed
• Forecast future needs and challenges, develop a plan to address them, and communicate that plan with personnel
• Train others and use computer software and CDOT programs to enter/approve data and information (email, paperwork, reports, work orders, timesheets, fuel logs, supply orders, meter readings, weekly updates, accident reports, etc.)
• Supervise and manage personnel; conduct performance management; provide mentoring and training; safeguard and handle sensitive employee information; communicate information between management and employees
• Represent CDOT, educate and/or justify departmental positions on various issues through communications, meetings, and project reviews with cities, counties, community groups, etc.; respond to citizen complaints
• Other job duties as assigned

Work Environment

• Frequently responds to emergencies outside regular work hours, including weekends and holidays
• Travel required during work hours throughout the Region and Metro Denver, including some overnight travel
• Approximately 30% of time is spent in the office, while 70% of time is spent in the field
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles
• Required to work in close proximity to heavy traffic
• Required to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for long periods of time
• The average work week is 40 hours, with periodic overtime due to emergencies or inclement weather
• During the extended summer months (approximately May - September), highway maintenance employees typically work 10 hours a day Monday - Thursday, with a three-day weekend

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only: At least four years of road/highway maintenance experience, two years of which included supervisory responsibilities.

Education And Experience: A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least four years of road/highway maintenance experience, two years of which included supervisory responsibilities. Coursework from the Associate in Applied Science in Highway Maintenance Management degree from Front Range Community College may substitute for up to two years of experience at the level of a unit supervisor or equivalent.

Examples of road/highway maintenance experience:

• Repairing potholes
• Performing asphalt or concrete paving operations
• Operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, motor graders, backhoes, front end loaders, and other heavy equipment to repair and/or maintain roads
• Maintaining right-of-way fences
• Performing street striping and marking
• Performing mechanical mowing along the roadside (e.g., handheld weed eater up to a 15' rotary mower)
• Performing bridge, roadside ditch, and culvert cleaning and maintenance
• Installing and/or maintaining roadway signs or guardrail
• Operating mechanical sweepers
• Conducting traffic control
• Performing mechanical snow removal (gator up to a tandem truck)

Examples of supervisory responsibilities:

• Responsible for supervising at least three full-time employees in all of the following areas:
  • Conducting performance goals and reviews
  • Approving leave and timesheets
  • Providing input for personnel actions (e.g., hiring, promoting, separating)
  • Applying standard operating procedures
  • Assigning tasks and prioritizing work
  • Identifying and gathering resources to complete tasks
  • Checking work product
  • Dealing with emergencies
  • Conducting safety checks

The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. “See Resume” statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. Part-time work will be prorated.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks
• Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License Class A or B with no restriction on air brakes that allows operation within Colorado. You may be required to obtain a Hazardous Materials endorsement within 6 months to 1 year as a condition of appointment
• May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e., drug test) and DOT physical through our medical provider
• May be required to work overtime including weekends and holidays
• Essential Services Designation – Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services outside regular work hours to ensure health, safety, and welfare
• May be required to live within thirty (30) minutes' driving time in normal weather conditions to respond in a timely manner after being notified to report to work
• Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where you can be reached for the purposes of responding to an emergency
• New employees are required to attend two weeks of maintenance training in Golden, while veteran CDOT employees are required to attend training one week out of each year in Golden

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Responsibilities section
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity
• Experience in documentation and responding to accident and incident investigations
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Emergency Response Guidelines, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and supplement to set traffic control for road projects through different terrain, Colorado's Chain Law, Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulation, Colorado Commercial Driver's License Manual, MLOS Standards, M & S Standards, and CDOT Policies and Procedures
• Knowledge and comprehensive understanding of CDOT maintenance operations and budgets, including related policies, rules, and regulations
• Dedication to CDOT's mission, goals, and overall objectives
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills
• A passion for safety
• Ability to partner with other CDOT stakeholders and staff, public and private agencies, professionals, consultants, and vendors with sensitivity to their needs and priorities
• Effective ability to negotiate to find mutually acceptable solutions, building consensus through give and take
• Strong time management, project management, and work scheduling skills
• Strong ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner
• Excellent reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving ability
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to quickly learn with minimal direction
• Ability to react safely and properly in emergency situations
• Ability to adapt to changes in work assignments and environments
• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite, Gmail, Google Docs/Sheets, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems