Maintenance Engineering Specialist Series - NW District Office

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: NW District Office, 3602 N. Belt Highway, Saint Joseph, MO 64506

Why you’ll love this position:

The maintenance engineering specialist provides operational support in the management of the roadway maintenance program. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the Intermediate starting salary of $70,562.40, and a Senior starting salary of $76,207.20.

What you’ll do:

• Supports maintenance staff in developing and revising maintenance policies, and Engineering Policy Guide procedures and guidelines.
• Assists in the analysis and preparation of maintenance related reports, correspondence, records, and presentations.
• Inspects field operations, work zones, buildings, communications networks, and road conditions, and assists in the preparation of related recommendations, correspondence, and reports.
• Supports the bridge inspection program, as needed.
• Supports the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates for roadway maintenance contracts.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-certified college or university curriculum.

Special Working Conditions:

• Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

Preferred Qualifications

• None

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

If you have questions about this position please contact: NWHR@MoDOT.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.