Highway Foreman

THE POSITION

As a Highway Foreman 2 with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, you will take charge of vital roadway maintenance that supports the daily travel of thousands. This position allows you to lead and grow a team while tackling meaningful work in the field.

This position oversees a highway maintenance crew that performs a wide range of road repair and upkeep tasks to support safe and efficient travel. You will guide operations, address field challenges, and support effective project planning.

• Crew Leadership:
  Direct and coordinate the work of equipment operators and laborers during daily maintenance activities
• Work Planning:
  Recommend, schedule, and organize maintenance tasks, equipment needs, and material use to reduce downtime
• Safety Oversight:
  Maintain proper work zone traffic control and promote safe practices to protect crews and the public
• Training Support:
  Instruct crew members in correct tool use, maintenance procedures, and expected work standards
• Record Management:
  Keep clear records of field activities and promptly report unusual conditions, injuries, or equipment issues
• Equipment Adjustment:
  Make minor field adjustments to vehicles and equipment using hand tools

• 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 within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,105 (before taxes)

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

• 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)
• Two years of experience in the performance of lead work or skilled tradesman duties on a highway maintenance or construction project
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training

• This position requires possession of a valid Class C Pennsylvania Driver’s License

• You must be able to perform essential job functions

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.