Review Vacancy
AgencyTransportation, Department of
TitleHighway Maintenance Supervisor 1 (NY HELPS) Region 5
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $50347 to $61330 Annually
Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).*
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
Promotional: One year of permanent competitive, non-competitive, 55-b/55-c, or labor class service as follows:
Bridge Repair Assistant, Construction Equipment Operator, Equipment Operator Instructor, General Mechanic, Trades Generalist, Highway Equipment Operator, Highway Maintenance Worker 1, Highway Maintenance Worker 2, Maintenance Assistant, Pavement Marking Supervisor, Sign Crew Supervisor, Tree Pruner, Tree Pruner Supervisor, Bridge Repair Mechanic, Trades Specialist (Bridge), Assistant Drill Rig Operator, or Drill Rig Operator.
Important: Experience as a Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1 or Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 2 is NOT qualifying for this examination.
Open Competitive:
Either 1: two years of experience in the construction or maintenance of paved highways, streets, roads, or similar facilities;
Or 2: 30 semester credit hours in engineering, engineering technology, construction technology, forestry, or surveying AND one year of the experience described above;
Or 3: a diploma or certificate of completion in carpentry, masonry, welding, or construction from a post-secondary trade school, apprenticeship program, or military construction specialty school* AND one year of the experience described above.
*NOTE: Acceptable military training may include documented completion of United States Army 14-Week Corp of Engineers “Field 12”, United States Navy Construction Force “A” and United States Navy Construction Force “C” schools “Navy Seabees”, United States Marine Corps Combat Engineers “MOS1371” school, or United States Air Force Civil Engineer Force “Prime BEEF” or “RED HORSE” training. Training schools must accompany one follow-on duty station in said field.
Important: High school BOCES or VO-TECH courses are NOT Qualifying.
All candidates must pass a pre-employment physical/medical examination* and drug test prior to beginning employment.
*Candidates who meet both of the following MAY be eligible to bypass the pre-employment physical: A valid CDL A or B AND a current (less than 2 years old) CDL Medical Certificate (form MCSA 5876) that meets specific criteria which will be discussed at the time of interview.
At the time of appointment and continuously thereafter, you will be required to have a valid New York State Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License with no air brake restriction.
Appointees will be required to satisfactorily complete a “one-person plowing” certification program, which the Department of Transportation will offer during the probationary period.
NOTE: Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment.
Candidates may also be qualified for permanent competitive appointment if reachable from the appropriate Civil Service eligible list or eligible for reassignment or transfer in accordance with Civil Service Law.
Duties Description As a Highway Maintenance Supervisor 1, you would supervise and work within teams involved in maintenance and repair projects on State highways or facilities. These projects might include, but are not limited to, patching pavement and filling potholes; cleaning ditches and drainage structures; cutting trees, shrubs, and mowing grass; repairing guiderail and signs; repairing drainage systems and culverts; performing various duties around the Residency’s facilities; plowing roads; applying anti-icing materials on pavement in the winter and performing any task of subordinate workers as necessary. On large maintenance projects, you would supervise a phase of the project under the general direction of a Highway Maintenance Supervisor II.
An HMS1 is a working supervisor who: Operates light trucks and heavy dump trucks, performs one-person snow plowing, and operates other pieces of highway equipment as necessary. Instructs team members in the tasks to be performed along with all safety requirements and Department policies and answers any questions concerning those policies and procedures. Personally observes work in progress and work completed to insure adherence to guidelines and instructions. Maintain time and attendance records, including materials and equipment used on the job and submits brief written reports or computerized records. Answers emergency calls outside of regular work hours. Completes all required training of an HMS1.
Candidates must be able to respond to emergency callouts within one hour. Further details will be discussed at the interview.
Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the Department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.
Additional Comments * For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Your required educational credentials must have been awarded by an educational institution accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the United States (U.S.) Department of Education/Secretary of Education. If awarded by an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of companies that provide these services (fees must be paid to the company you choose) can be found at: http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfmt
The starting salary for this position is $59,347. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $50,347 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.
Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal of employment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Eric Meka, Resident Engineer
Email Address Eric.Meka@dot.ny.gov
Address
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R5-24-31 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than April 6, 2024 to:
NYS Department of Transportation
Chautauqua Residency
Attn: Eric Meka, Resident Engineer
109 E Chautauqua Street
Mayville, NY 14757
Eric.Meka@dot.ny.gov