Highway Maintenance Assistant Foreman

Job Purpose and Summary

This position provides support for the maintenance operations of an assigned section of the Pennsylvania Turnpike System. Work is performed to ensure the roadway is open and well maintained during all types of weather and traffic conditions in accordance with Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) policies and specifications. In the absence of the Foreman, the incumbent in this classification will direct and supervise the work of the assigned field location. The incumbent receives instruction and advice on matters involving departures from established policy. Work is reviewed upon completion for desired results. 

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Supervises crews in various roadway maintenance operations including joint and crack sealing, landscaping, brushing operations and right-of-way maintenance functions.

Supervises crews engaged in various winter operations including erecting snow fences, plowing snow, applying anti-skid/deicing materials, and removing obstructions.

Supervises a surface treatment or patching crew engaged in using specialized equipment such as power sweepers, spreaders, and rollers to clean roadway surfaces.

Designates employees and equipment to complete work assignments, which includes assisting with patterns for roadway safety and the removal of highway obstructions or debris. Responds or provides direction for all roadway emergencies as needed.

May coordinate maintenance roadway work with safety personnel for county maintenance programs and other township, county, state, or PTC construction projects, under the direction of a superior. 

Prepares work orders for maintenance functions, including labor costs, inventory, and equipment usage. 

Reviews and prepares work documents, physical progress reports and other maintenance activity documentation. Keeps records of personnel, equipment, material costs and other related maintenance data.

Develops methods to input and retrieve data from an enterprise system to track information and provide comprehensive reports. 

Conducts needs assessment (e.g., program, equipment, staff, etc.) to determine current and further operational requirements.

Participates in developing anticipated work schedules.

Assists in coordinating the layout of patterns and transitions on resurfaced roadways.

May function as a PennDOT third-party examiner to assist in the training and testing of equipment operators.

Maintains professional liaison with consultants and other government agencies.

Participates, provides consultation, and represents the PTC in designated committees, planning groups, special training, seminars, forums, and meetings.