Garage Operations Assistant - Waverly

The Iowa Department of Transportation is looking for a decisive people leader with a safety-first mindset to serve as a Garage Operations Assistant (GOA). The role guides a highway maintenance crew to prioritize safety and complete projects that make Iowa roadways safer.

• Manage and communicate daily maintenance and administrative operations with supervisor oversight.
• Perform basic office administration via technical devices and software.
• Prepare project plans within budgetary limitations.
• Review maintenance records, material supplies, inventory records, and crew reports.
• Oversee traffic control for maintenance activities.
• Coordinate snow operations and operate snow equipment.
• Assist with grading and paving projects.

Waverly Maintenance Garage – Employees must reside within a 45‑minute driving time from the assigned work location within five months of hire.

7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Hours may vary and may include on‑call 24 hours a day during emergencies and/or weather conditions or overnight travel.

• Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance.
• Insurance benefits begin first month after 30 days of employment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Paid time off: biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, annual rollover, and nine paid holidays.
• Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) with employer match.
• Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
• Employee discount programs from multiple vendors.

• Commercial Learner’s Permit upon hire.
• Class A CDL and required endorsements within five months after hire.

Entry‑level driver training is available upon hire to meet state and federal regulations.

• Successful U.S. DOT Clearinghouse query.
• Pre‑employment physical to verify ability to perform duties.
• Pre‑employment drug screen and ongoing participation in random drug and alcohol testing.
• May need pesticide/herbicide certifications or other certifications as required.

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

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 AA/EEO Officer at aa-eeo.

Reasonable accommodations such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. do not include scheduling needs.

The State of Iowa participates in E‑Verify. New hires will be verified through the E‑Verify system to confirm authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization.

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for this position:

Positions in this class require possession of a valid Commercial Learner’s Permit upon hire. Within a specified timeframe, a valid Commercial Driver’s License with required endorsements and mandatory restrictions must be obtained and maintained. In conjunction with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, this job requires a pre‑employment drug screen and ongoing participation in the employer’s random drug and alcohol testing program.

A post‑offer pre‑employment physical is required before starting employment. Employees may be required to obtain and maintain Herbicide Applicator certification. Travel, including overnight travel, may be required. Employees must respond to emergency situations and be able to work up to 16 consecutive hours.