At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Reviews and processes utility permit requests from public utility companies, common carriers and others placing facilities on public highway right-of-ways in a district permit office. Work require extensive contact with private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Essential Duties

• Coordinates with the Department of Motor Vehicles on permit changes, local routing issues, and up-to-date roadway changes for the transport of oversize/overweight loads on Texas highways.
• Consults with area engineer and/or maintenance supervisor on complex utility/driveway permit issues.
• Consults with engineering, maintenance, and right-of-way concerning compliance with the Utility Accommodation Policy (UAP).
• Coordinates movement of extra-large loads with the Department of Motor Vehicles, maintenance, and other districts.
• Maintains permit documentation, records, and plan sets.
• Reviews and processes utility permit requests, applications, agreements, and plans submitted to ensure compliance with the Utility Accommodation Policy (UAP) and other departmental requirements with emphasis on uniform application.
• Coordinates with local utility companies, engineering consultants and the general public regarding utility placements and monitors progress of installation requests.
• Reviews and processes driveway permits and other various highway permits.
• Requests survey information from right-of-way, and reviews plats and survey data related to permits and interprets plans.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school duties.

Experience:

• No experience required. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

• Proficient skill in:
  • Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
  • Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Some skill in:
  • Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
  • Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
  • Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
  • Communicating technical information effectively
  • Maintaining a safe working environment
  • Reviewing and inspecting utility or related highway permits
  • Issuing permits and directing routes
• Ability to:
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Standing - prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Additional Applicant Information for applicants