Transportation Operations Supervisor

The Minnesota Department of Transportation employs people of all backgrounds and skill levels to connect members of our communities through a safe, equitable, and sustainable transportation system. We offer many employment opportunities in a wide variety of career fields that support our work. We are committed to giving our employees the tools and resources needed to grow and advance their careers.

To help our workforce thrive, we offer our employees excellent training opportunities and recognize the benefits of cultivating a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace culture that builds on the perspectives and strengths of all employees. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of colleagues, driven by their work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you do and see the benefits you provide to Minnesotans and all people using our transportation system such as state highways, railways, and airports.

We hope you will join us to find your purpose in state service!

Working Title:
Transportation Operations Supervisor 4
Job Class:
Transportation Operations Supervisor 4
Agency:
Transportation Dept

• Job : 94825
• Location
  :
  Willmar or Marshall
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 06/11/2026
• Closing Date
  : 06/26/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Transportation Dept / Transportation-MMA
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range
  : $36.64 - $54.97 / hourly; $76,504 - $114,777 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position exists to manage the district’s fleet of 652+ units by ensuring proper: data collection; replacement analysis and planning; developing long range replacement plans; overseeing the district equipment budget; making acquisitions; overseeing rental, lease and purchasing processes; setting direction for heavy equipment repair shops; facilitating equipment sharing within the District and involving employees in these processes to ensure that data‑driven decisions are communicated and accepted so that service is provided in a customer oriented manner.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Two years of advanced supervisory experience (TOS
3) of heavy equipment operations that included hiring, training, and supervision of mechanics in a heavy equipment repair facility;

OR

Three years of supervisory experience (e.g., TOS
2) of heavy equipment operations that included hiring, training, and supervision of mechanics in a heavy equipment repair facility.

License:

Minimum of a Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tanker endorsement and no air brake restriction is required at the time of hire.

General Office

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use wrists, hands, and fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Technical - Field

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work outside in all season weather exposed to the weather elements (both hot and cold). The employee will periodically work in high volume traffic zones in day and night time…