Heavy Equipment Supervisor

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation :

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our states quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview :

The purpose of the Heavy Equipment Supervisor is to manage the districts fleet of heavy equipment assets. This includes providing heavy equipment as needed for the safe and successful completion of projects, ensuring proper equipment readiness and availability, and ensuring proper training and use of the districts equipment. This position also manages the districts scrap metal recycling program and ensures scrap dumpsters are emptied in a timely manner.

The Logistics Heavy Equipment Supervisor's primary responsibilities include:

• Manage and participate in the LaPorte District's scrap metal recycling program.
• Manage and participate in the safe and efficient pickup and delivery of state owned and rental equipment throughout the LaPorte District.
• Manage and participate in the safe and efficient movement of materials and other consumable items throughout the LaPorte District and the State of Indiana when necessary.
• Provides support to Operations by moving equipment and materials whenever necessary.
• Provides support to District Inventory Administrator by moving retired equipment to the annual auction.
• Particpates in Snow & Ice Removal Operations and other emergency operations whenever necessary.

Location :

This position is located in INDOTs LaPorte District, Heavy Equipment Department.

CDL Positions :

Candidates with a current CDL and endorsements required by the district, will earn an additional $1 per hour. Candidates without a CDL will be given 90 days to obtain their CDL and endorsements required by the district and will then earn an additional $1 per hour. CDL training provided onsite by certified INDOT staff.

Salary :

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $53,222.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Comply with Indiana Department of Transport (INDOT)s Safety Policy and Procedures.
• Assign work to units ensuring that the needed materials and equipment are available.
• Ensure the most effective utilization of personnel, time, and equipment for each task.
• Provide supervision to a unit or group of employees while explaining the purpose of the job and all the programs that affect the work.
• Oversee operation and maintenance ensuring that supervised employees accomplish the work orders by a scheduled finish date with minimal interruptions to the various operations.
• Support the Winter operations duties which include snow and ice removal. You will also help with the maintenance and troubleshooting of the District brine machines and application equipment.
• Assist with implementation/improvement of operational programs, procedures, and project planning.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
• Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.
• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment.
• Specialized knowledge of highway principles, practices, methods, standards, and techniques relative to maintenance and repair of highway bridges, roads, heavy and general equipment, traffic markings etc.
• Considerable knowledge and experience in all phases of maintenance development.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, safety precautions, and regulations, compliance requirements as they relate to maintenance of bridge, traffic markings, highways, and equipment.
• Supervisory experience of multiple employees, minimum of one (1) year.
• Required to submit to and pass a drug test as a condition of employment.
• Considerable knowledge and experience in transportation operations.
• General knowledge of welding, repairing, and general maintenance of equipment.
• Ability to properly schedule employee hours and coordinate trucks and materials needed during winter operations.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at ... .