Highway Maintenance Assistant Supervisor

Highway Maintenance Assistant Supervisor Job

ID221057

Location Trego County Full/Part TimeFull-Time AgencyDepartment of Transportation Job Posting Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy: Job Posting closes: May 28, 2026 Kansas Department of Transportation The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) delivers transportation that keeps Kansans moving forward. Our employees are our most valuable resource. We depend on our employees and business partners to get the job done. KDOT strives to provide a work environment that motivates people and encourages them to be productive. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team! Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form

I-9. KDOT

does not provide sponsorships for this position.

E-Verify:

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here. For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here. About the

Position:

Who can apply: Anyone

Classified/Unclassified Service:

Unclassified

Full/Part-time:

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Monday•Friday Eligible to

Receive Benefits:

Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible:

Yes

Search Keywords:

Norton, Hill City, Russell, Hays, LaCrosse, Ness City, Grainfield, Hoxie

Compensation:

Annual Salary Range:

$57,428.80•$60,382.40

Hourly Pay Range:

$27.61•$29.03

Employment Benefits:

Work-Life Balance Programs:

Paid Leave:

Vacation, Holidays, Parental, Military, Sick, Funeral and Jury Duty Employee Assistance Program For help managing daily life at no cost to you Infant at Work Program

Voluntary Benefits:

Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

First-Day Coverage:

Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vison Insurance

Tax Advantage Accounts:

HSA, HRA, FSA

with qualifying plans

Life Insurance:

Employer paid basic group life Optional group life insurance available at a reasonable cost.

Retirement:

KPERS and Deferred Compensation Other Benefits:

Tuition reimbursement Paid on-the-job training programs. Personal and Professional Development Opportunities Employee discounts with the STAR Program And more! Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

This Highway Maintenance Assistant Supervisor position works in the District Three office located in Wakeeney, KS. This position provides effective leadership to their assigned work unit. This includes such things as leading by example, effective training, coaching, and providing employee development opportunities. This position assists the supervisor and managerial staff in directing highway maintenance activities for a specific geographic region or facility. Work involves having the responsibility for supervising the safe and efficient operation of heavy construction and maintenance equipment and supervising a crew of highway maintenance workers. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Serves as the assistant to the Sub-Area supervisor, monitoring crew performance for quality and quantity of work accomplished. Assists the supervisor in scheduling, planning, coordinating, and prioritizing of the maintenance work plan for the Sup-Area. Determines the proper procedures, equipment, and materials to be used to perform various maintenance activities. Performs general supervisory functions including interviewing and selecting prospective employees or promotional candidates, coaching employees, resolving disputes among crew members, and conducting employee performance reviews. Represents KDOT in work-related problems with property owners, government officials, and the traveling public to offer guidance and resolve issues. Operates a pickup daily and performs physical tasks in the maintenance of equipment and the highway. Due to the nature of the work, this position may be required to work additional hours when needed, including nights and weekends. View the full position description

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Five years of experience in highway maintenance that meets the needs of the agency. One year of lead worker/supervisory experience. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. Transcripts are required for education to be considered. Valid Class A CDL at the time of appointment.

Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment physical capacity testing. The selected candidate will be required to pass the screening as a condition of employment. This CDL position is subject to drug and alcohol testing under the authority of the US Department of Transportation. The selected candidate will be required to pass a DOT pre-employment/pre-duty drug test as a condition of employment in this position. (This position will also require you to participate in random testing, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing.) Any Commercial Driver who has received a Confirmed Positive Result or the Equivalent and has not successfully completed all Rehabilitation Program requirements and follow-up testing requirements is not eligible for this position. (Per

SOM 2.1.10

).

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate:

A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue•Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions

Recruiter Contact Information:

Email:

KDOT.HQ.JobApps@ks.gov

Phone:

(785) 296-3721