Garage Operations Assistant - State of Iowa, IA

Are you ready to grow and expand your leadership strengths? As a Garage Operations Assistant, you’ll spend your day leading the crew in day-to-day garage operations by doing what’s vital to make Iowa roadways safer while fulfilling our Mission - Making Lives Better Through Transportation. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Core Values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception alongside your teammates. In this role you will be supporting the team’s supervisor through making operational decisions and participating with the team on assigned task.
 
While a CDL permit is required upon hire, you must have Class A and endorsements / restrictions on your CDL within 5 months following your hire date. CDL Training for Iowa Department of Transportation employees is provided! Entry Level Driver Training is available if you do not already possess Class A and endorsements / restrictions on your CDL for positions that require it. Those eligible will receive both hands-on Behind-the-Wheel Range and Road training, with web-based Theory training, to fulfill required state and federal regulations.
 
Location:Davenport 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.
 
With the guidance of your Highway Maintenance Supervisor, you will help lead a dedicated team by: 
   - managing and communicating daily maintenance and administrative operations
   - performing basic office administration via technical devices and software
  - preparing project plans within budgetary limitations
  - monitoring conditions of assigned buildings and grounds
  - 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
   - responding to emergency situations such as accident or emergency repair
 
Requirements:
 - May be required to obtain pesticide/herbicide certifications or other certifications as needed
 
While you keep our roadways safe, we want to share what we offer YOU as a State of Iowa employee:
 - Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
 - Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2024 health and dental insurance premiums can be found 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 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!
 
Come role model our Core Values with a dedicated team that is passionate about our roadways. You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa – Apply now!
 
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 (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us

Reasonable accommodation such as: interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment / devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.