Demo

Highway Maintenance Supervisor 1 (NY HELPS) Region 5 South Erie

State of New York - Transportation, Department of
Hamburg, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The selected candidate will supervise and work alongside a highway maintenance crew assigned to the operation of various-sized equipment involved in highway maintenance and repair projects. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Maintain accurate daily personnel and work records: make entries and utilize MMS, Outlook/email, basic spreadsheets, internet/weather and various other programs.• Perform snow and ice control; be available for emergency call out within 1 (one) hour.• Knowledgeable in S&I control methods.The candidate will be responsible for all tasks related to a highway maintenance residency guiderail maintenance program. This includes becoming familiar with Chapter 10 of the Highway Design Manual, maintaining both field and residency stock inventory using either a manual or automated inventory system. Maintenance of an automated system may include data entry, edit and/or correction, data retrieval, reporting, and order creation/inventory replenishment.• Must be able to design, install, maintain, and remove lane closures in accordance with current guidelines based on roadway conditions.• Answers emergency calls outside of regular work hours.• Completes all required training for a Guiderail HMS 1, including attendance at Guiderail University and post pounder certification.• Must possess strong communication skills to foster communication between the workers, HMS 2, and management.** Requires a three year commitment ** Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the Department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. 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;Substitution: A diploma or certificate of completion from a post-secondary trade school, apprenticeship program, military construction specialty school (documented completion of US Army 14 Week Corp of Engineers Field 12 One Station or more advanced training, or equivalent or more advanced construction skills training by over US military branches), or trade school in carpentry, masonry, welding, or construction can be substituted for a maximum of one year of non-supervisory experience.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.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. 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 a future date, 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.cfmtThe starting salary for this position is $62,413. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $53,413 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location. The maximum compensation for this position is $74,061. This amount is comprised of the standard job rate of $65,061 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.In addition, a Mid-Hudson Adjustment of $1,650 or a Downstate Adjustment of $3,400 may also apply depending on the location of the position. 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.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. DOT is an equal opportunity employer. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States. Candidates for employment must have proper authorization to work in the United States at the time an offer of employment is made. The Department will not sponsor a nonimmigrant for a temporary employment visa (H-1B or similar), OPT STEM, or for permanent residence. Offers of permanent employment may not be made to nonimmigrants whose employment authorization is limited to a period of practical training (F-1 or similar).

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Salary : $53,413

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Highway Maintenance Supervisor 1 (NY HELPS) Region 5 South Erie?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Highway Maintenance Supervisor 1 (NY HELPS) Region 5 South Erie career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$100,194 - $125,116
Income Estimation: 
$124,240 - $161,862
Income Estimation: 
$102,517 - $196,564
Income Estimation: 
$182,116 - $270,924
Income Estimation: 
$46,327 - $63,969
Income Estimation: 
$69,651 - $95,335
Income Estimation: 
$52,573 - $74,196
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at State of New York - Transportation, Department of

  • State of New York - Transportation, Department of Bath, NY
  • The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Duties include but are not limited to: Candidates must have sk... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • State of New York - Transportation, Department of Underwood, NY
  • The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Duties Description: • Cutting steel plates and bars,• Using ac... more
  • 6 Days Ago

  • State of New York - Transportation, Department of Waterford, NY
  • The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Duties Description: • Cutting steel plates and bars,• Using ac... more
  • 6 Days Ago

  • State of New York - Transportation, Department of Long Island, NY
  • The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Under the direction of a higher-level supervisor/manager, perf... more
  • 6 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Highway Maintenance Supervisor 1 (NY HELPS) Region 5 South Erie jobs in the Hamburg, NY area that may be a better fit.

  • NYS Department of Transportation Hamburg, NY
  • Duties Description The selected candidate will supervise and work alongside a highway maintenance crew assigned to the operation of various-sized equipment... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • NYS Department of Transportation Depew, NY
  • Duties Description As a Highway Maintenance Supervisor 1, you would supervise crews in maintenance and repair projects on or adjacent to state highways or ... more
  • 8 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!