Job No: 541011
Work Type: Full-time
Location: QUARTZSITE
Categories: Skilled Trades/Crafts,Misc/Other/Not Applicable
DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.
Highway Operation Technician 4
Job Location:
5432 - QUARTZSITE MAINTENANCE
771 W Kuehn Street
Quartzite, AZ 85346
Posting Details:
Salary: $51,760.71 - $61,760.71
Anticipated Salary: $56,760.71 Grade: 20
Closing Date: May 28, 2026
Job Summary:
Performs a broad scope, high level of highway operational duties (including scheduling, assigning and overseeing subordinates work, training and guiding staff) related to the most advanced duties involving operation of motorized vehicles and equipment, pavement care and preservation, roadside shoulder restoration and repairs, delivery of equipment and materials, snow removal operations, office administration, permit compliance, record keeping, work management reports, inventory and features tracking, budgeting, data entry, contract preparation and tracking, environmental compliance. These are technical leaders within a specified work unit. Will act on behalf of the supervisor in their absence. This position will be required to travel daily and may include overnight stay, respond to emergency call outs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, must be able to respond to the Maintenance Unit within 30 minutes.
Job Duties:
Operate and train crew on large equipment and power tools, including loaders, trucks, trailers, variable message boards, snow plows, heat transfer equipment, cone trucks, power brooms, water tankers, rollers, oil boots and attenuators. Assure equipment maintenance checks to comply with laws, rules, policies and procedures. Inspect repairs & train others on all highway system features, safety and components; make periodic adjustments; check performance; & document status for electronic records. System features include but not limited to signs, computerized devices, landscape & irrigation components.
Analyze and develop PeCoS Work program and budget. Maintain performance system for District, including entering data and work reports on computer, coordinating and verifying accuracy of quarterly data processing uploads and materials inventory. Process work report and special reports requested by superiors. Assist in developing unit's annual work plan and budget.
Coordinate the processing of the feature inventory data, inputting changes and updates, and verifying the accuracy. Review construction record drawings for new feature items and coordinate with Central Maintenance on categories. Track unit boundary changes. Coordinate and document alternate work resources such as prison work crews and contracted services along with in-house crew for most efficient manpower and equipment use. Assist construction crews with projects to assure highway assets are protected and for end-product acceptance. Monitor section equipment usage and expense reports. Contact Equipment Services to amend/modify reports.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Procedures, practices and methods of the operation, preventative maintenance and minor repair of vehicles and equipment used in roadway operations and roadside operations.
Unit and district office procedures, management and business procedures, procurement, PeCoS reports, feature inventory and customer relations.
Contract procedures, biding, awarding, and monitoring.
Leadership and coaching.
Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations and policies and procedures pertaining to work activities, safety practices and public relations.
Materials, equipment and tools used in work activities, and established work methods and standards.
Math, accounting, and English grammar.
Google Workspace, Microsoft programs, and Adobe Acrobat
SKILLS IN:
Applying and making advanced level interpretations of Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to work activities.
Safety practices and public relations.
Using proper materials, vehicles and equipment to perform work activities within established work methods.
Oral and written communication.
Problem solving.
Interpersonal relationships; leading and coaching.
Computer skills
ABILITY TO:
Plan, coordinate, analyze, perform multiple tasks, communicate effectively, comprehend directions, and work under stress.
Learn and adapt to changing priorities.
Selective Preference(s):
Minimum one year experience as a Highway Operations Technician 3 or equivalent.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements.
Valid Driver's License - This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here (https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion) . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page (https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers)
Retirement :
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
Contact Us:
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
