Job Description

Roadway Maintenance Foreman - (2601841)

Position Information The Ellis County Maintenance Office is seeking an experienced Crew Chiefs to lead and oversee roadway maintenance and repair crews. This position is responsible for directing daily operations involving complex roadway repairs, right-of-way maintenance, and traffic control asset upkeep. This position requires strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to assess roadway conditions and make informed decisions regarding maintenance and repair strategies. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader who is committed to maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable transportation infrastructure for Ellis County residents and visitors.

Minimum Salary

: 54,278.00

Maximum Salary

: 87,046.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations

Navarro/Ellis Ae/Ellis Maint

124 FM 876

Waxahachie 75167

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job

Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:Retirement PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 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 PackageTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description

Leads a crew of transportation maintenance technicians and equipment operators performing skilled transportation maintenance activities. Reports to a maintenance section supervisor and assists in administration of the maintenance section. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as needed basis. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.Essential Duties:Assists during accidents and emergency weather situations to sand bridges and roads and put up warning signs, and

organize response of crews.Assists in administration of the maintenance section.Estimates and gathers materials and equipment necessary to complete assignments.Inspects roads while en route to and from job site and reports problems to supervisors.Maintains records on materials and equipment used and employee time sheets.Operates light and heavy equipment.Oversees the work of designated maintenance inspectors and sign technicians.Performs some maintenance and repair on equipment and trains crew members on the use of equipment.Serves as a lead worker by scheduling daily work assignments; serving as a resource for complex questions and

troubleshooting of problems; presenting operational updates to the supervisor; providing input on team members’ career

conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operational coverage.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.Experience: 5 years experience in roadway maintenance related work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum QualificationsLicenses and Certifications:Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or have obtained a Class "A" CDL, within 45 calendar days from date of employment. Licenses and Certifications: Commercial driver’s license (CDL)Competencies:Extensive knowledge ofMethods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance

workThe Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control DevicesMethods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materialsConsiderable knowledge ofIncident management proceduresInventory/stock control proceduresApplicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codesExpert skill inOperating light and heavy highway equipmentProficient skill inPerforming calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering

calculationsLeading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of othersCoordinating labor, materials, and equipmentPrioritizing and organizing work assignmentsInterpreting applicable informationTraining in a classroom, office, or field environmentUsing applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the tradeMaintaining a safe and effective working relationship with othersMaintaining a safe working environmentAbility toCommunicate effectively, both verbally and in writingOther AttributesExercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that

support business objectives and goalsDelegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protectionSubject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hourRequired to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other deviceMedium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbsBalancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without fallingStooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waistStanding-prolonged periods of timeWalking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to anotherTalking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken wordsHearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communicationRepetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingersClose Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive readingVisual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipmentVisual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Conditions of Employment:Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.

Job

: Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Sep 28, 2026, 10:48:50 PM

Unposting Date

: Oct 13, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s: Transportation Mntnce Spec VI State Job Code/s: 9310

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 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.

Applicant Information 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