Highway Maintenance Coordinator
State of OregonAbout the role
Initial Posting Date:
11/07/2025Application Deadline:
11/24/2025Agency:
Department of TransportationSalary Range:
$4,207 - $6,420Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Highway Maintenance CoordinatorJob Description:
Transportation Maintenance Coordinator – Highway Maintenance Coordinator
Oregon Department of Transportation
Delivery & Operations Division – Region 4
Maintenance Crew
Maupin
This position is open for recruitment and fully funded following the 2025 Special Legislative Session.
The role:
Our Maupin maintenance crew needs a leader to advise and guide maintenance workers while helping to repair and maintain roadways, highways, bridges and structures. In this role, you will work closely with the maintenance manager to plan, assign and oversee work performed by the maintenance crew. Help keep Oregon’s roads and travelers safe – apply today!
We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.
Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.
A day in the life:
Plan, prioritize, schedule and assign work based on availability of materials, equipment and staff resources.
Advise and guide employees in effective performance and resolve work related issues.
Ensure proper maintenance of equipment by scheduling repairs and services with vendors and mechanics.
Assist the transportation maintenance manager with short- and long-range planning and budget preparation.
Participate as a member of the district operations team which coordinates district wide resources.
Review work of the crew and provide input to the transportation maintenance manager on employee performance.
Patrol highways and structures looking for potential accidents, hazards and damage.
Respond to incidents and other emergencies.
Prepare, review and sign a variety of documents.
Provide new employee orientation including training on the operation of heavy and light equipment and how to handle materials safely.
Exposure to noise, extreme heights, all weather conditions, heavy equipment, pesticides and hazardous waste materials is expected.
Must be able to move around rough terrain, bend and stoop for extended periods and may need to lift up to 60 pounds.
May need to be available after hours, on weekends and holidays for emergency, on call and weather related purposes.
To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email ODOTRecruitment@odot.oregon.gov.
What’s in it for you:
Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more.
Apply for this role
Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds.
Apply Now →Generate Application KitFree account required — sign up in 30s