Sub District Operations Supervisor
Date Posted: Mar 19, 2026
Requisition ID: 474631
Location:
Gary, IN, US, 46403
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state's quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.?
Role Overview:
The Sub District Operations Supervisor will assist in directing and managing all designated Sub-district maintenance support operations, ensuring all activities are planned, coordinated, and complete in the safest and most efficient manner possible. This position provides support for the Maintenance section and sub districts. This position will be required to work overnight during Snow & Ice Operations. This position reports directly to the Sub District Operations Manager.
Location:
This position is located in INDOT's Gary Sub District.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $58,000.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential elements of the job duties:
Plan and/or delegate the short-term daily and weekly work schedules based on priorities and deadlines within established goals and objectives, project planning is normally for one to two years while capital planning is often done for a two - five-year period.
Manage all maintenance-related and capital improvement activities within assigned facilities and grounds.
Establish schedules and method for providing facility and maintenance services, identify resource needs and allocate resources accordingly.
Assign and delegate work to subordinates, spot checking routine work and reviewing more complex or unusual projects.
Maintain operational systems for monitoring and tracking work orders, preventative maintenance logs, safety reports, etc.
Ensure all federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and standard trade practices related to quality standards are adhered to during the course of work activities; Make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards, policies and procedures.
Regularly inspect property for safety and security concerns and ensure staff correctly wears and uses safety equipment and investigates accidents.
Forecast and prepare maintenance operating budgets, ensures compliance with established budgetary parameters.
Order, prepare specifications, and purchase supplies, equipment and contract work according to required purchasing and bidding procedures.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
These additional duties may be performed if you are assigned to the Traffic Maintenance division at INDOT:
Traffic Maintenance
Direct and manage all Traffic field operations, ensuring all activities are planned, coordinated, and complete in the safest and most efficient manner possible.
Establish operating plan to ensure cost effective application of staff and material.
Assist in formulating district traffic short and long term goals.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
Five (5) years' experience in maintenance, construction, or related experience; Minimum two (2) years' experience supervisory experience in these areas.
Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.
Advanced knowledge of variety of trades related to installation, inspection, repair and maintenance of electrical, plumbing, and other related systems in all facility locations.
Advanced knowledge of the tools, methods, practices, materials, and equipment used in the building and mechanical trades.
Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties.
Thorough knowledge of and ability to understand and interpret detailed plans and specifications.
Ability to make long-range plans, schedule preventative maintenance, and seasonal maintenance as well as prioritize routine and emergency repairs.
Estimate repair and construction project costs.
Ability to lead a multi-discipline team both as supervisor and in a technical capacity.
Interpret and explain pertinent department policies and procedures.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.
This role provides supervision for incarcerated individuals and requires a high level of judgment and care.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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