Highway Equipment Superintendent

Recruitment #012622-MCCZ15-550400

Summary Statement

This class is responsible for a comprehensive highway equipment maintenance program at various facilities throughout the State. This position must be available to work overtime as needed, and during storm events and other emergency events on short notice, and in some cases, no advance notice.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

  • Plans, schedules, supervises, trains, and provides technical assistance to shop staff involved in a comprehensive equipment maintenance program.
     
  • Evaluates equipment operation, maintenance and repair on a regular basis to identify problems and ensure technical acceptability.
     
  • Investigates, evaluates, and recommends the purchase of new equipment.
     
  • Serves as member of Certification Committee testing employees on proper use of equipment.
     
  • Assists in preparing all work rules, regulations, safety guidelines, procedures, and preventative maintenance plans.
     
  • Evaluates and recommends the most cost effective methods for providing equipment repair and maintenance for assigned facility.
     
  • May plan, schedule and direct the operation of auto parts room ensuring maintenance of proper inventory levels.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Highway Equipment Superintendent
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Six months experience in managing an equipment fleet including preventative maintenance, inventory management, repair, and replacement.
  2. Six months experience in operating heavy equipment used in highway construction/maintenance.
  3. Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.

Additional Posting Information

As a condition of employment, all employees must certify that they are fully COVID-19 vaccinated; or be required to test for COVID-19 on a weekly basis; or request an exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination(s) due to qualified ADA or sincerely held religious beliefs or practices. New Hires must complete the certification or request during their initial week of employment. This will be in effect until further notice. More information can be found here.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources. DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization).  The candidate selected for this position shall be asked to join and pay dues to the labor organization or may, decline joining the labor organization and not pay dues or a fee.  The labor organization has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other work related purposes.

Pre-employment Drug Testing:  Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at Delaware State Jobs.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.