Garage Operations Assistant - Albia

The Iowa Department of Transportation is looking for decisive people leaders who have a safety-first mindset and ability to lead efficient daily operations. As a Garage Operations Assistant (GOA), you’ll guide a highway maintenance crew while prioritizing what’s critical to make Iowa roadways safer while fulfilling our Mission - Making Lives Better Through Transportation. This position will foster growth and support for its reporting team through the five core values of the department:
Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.

As part of the garage leadership team, you will oversee a dedicated crew by:

• 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

Residency: Albia Maintenance Garage - Within five (5) months, employees are required to reside within 45 minutes driving time, during normal conditions, from assigned work location.

Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Hours may vary and are subject to be on call 24 hours a day during emergency and/or weather conditions. Some overnight travel may be required.

As a State of Iowa employee, you will be eligible for the following 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).

We encourage you to view more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website!

Special Requirements:

• A CDL permit upon hire.
• Class A and endorsements/restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date. Entry Level Driver Training is available upon hire through the Iowa DOT. The multi- faceted training will help meet all state and federal regulations.

• A successful U.S. DOT Clearinghouse query.
• A pre‑employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described. Click the video link for a demonstration: OPC Webinar Chapter 4 PCP Demo Test ()
• 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.

Help make Iowa roadways safe for you, your family, and your friends.

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The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal‑opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the affirmative action & equal employment opportunity Officer at aa‑eeo. Reasonable accommodation such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.

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