The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking motivated, safety-focused individuals to join the South Harris Maintenance Office as a Transportation Maintenance Technician I or II. This position plays a vital role in maintaining and improving the state's transportation system by performing roadway maintenance, operating light and heavy equipment, installing and repairing signs and guardrail, conducting traffic control, and responding to emergency situations including severe weather, traffic incidents, and hazardous material events. Employees will work both independently and as part of a team to ensure Texas roadways remain safe and operational for the traveling public. Depending on qualifications and experience, selected candidates may perform advanced maintenance activities, contract inspections, equipment operation, and construction support while receiving opportunities for continued training and career advancement. This is a physically demanding, safety-sensitive position requiring a Commercial Driver License (CDL) (or the ability to obtain one in accordance with TxDOT requirements), a commitment to safe work practices, and the willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and respond to emergency events when needed. TxDOT offers competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a rewarding career serving the citizens of Texas.

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

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 Total Compensation Package website

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

Transportation Maintenance Tech I

Performs routine transportation operations or maintenance support work such as roadway maintenance and repair; light and heavy equipment operation; preventive and minor maintenance on equipment; traffic control; and helping the public during emergency situations. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Transportation Maintenance Tech II

Performs moderately complex transportation operations or maintenance support work such as maintenance contract and/or material and process inspections; roadway maintenance and repair; light and heavy equipment operation; preventive and minor maintenance on equipment, traffic control; and helping the public during emergency situations. 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:

Transportation Maintenance Tech I

• Assists in identifying, repairing and installing signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs basic welding as needed; as required uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products related to these activities.

• Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required.

• Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.

• Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.

• Maintains picnic and rest areas, rights-of-way, maintenance yards and comfort stations.

• Move/picks up litter and roadway debris.

• Mows rights-of-way and picnic and rest areas; performs plant and landscape maintenance including trimming trees and brush.

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment and completes various required reports including timekeeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, and PMI.

• Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Transportation Maintenance Tech II

Includes all essential duties listed for Transportation Maintenance Tech I as well as:

• Assists in inspecting traffic control devices and their placement at construction project sites for compliance with specifications for devices; safety laws, rules, regulations and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

• Maintains construction project records and/or bridge inspection records; processes related paperwork; reviews files for compliance with the bridge inspection Manual of Procedures.

• Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs skilled roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.

• Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products.

• Inspects routine maintenance contract construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build and maintain roadways, bridges, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Transportation Maintenance Tech I

Education:

• No education required.

Experience:

• No experience required (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

• Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License with an "N" Endorsement or have obtained a CDL "A” License, within 120 calendar days from date of employment.

Currently Military or Veterans: US Military CDL Equivalent Conditions of Employment: US Military License candidates must successfully obtain Texas Class “A” CDL within 120 days of employment. https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/military-skills-test-waiver

Transportation Maintenance Tech II

Education:

• No education required.

Experience:

• 1 year experience in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience.(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).Related technical training or education from an accredited institution may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

• Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License with an "N" Endorsement or have obtained a CDL "A” License, within 120calendar days from date of employment.

Currently Military or Veterans: US Military CDL Equivalent Conditions of Employment: US Military License candidates must successfully obtain Texas Class “A” CDL within 120 days of employment. https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/military-skills-test-waiver

Preferred Qualifications:

Transportation Maintenance Tech I and II

Licenses and Certifications: Commercial Driver’s License

Competencies:

Transportation Maintenance Tech I

• Some knowledge of:

  • Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work

  • Maintenance concepts, methods, policies, and requirements

  • Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes

• Some skill in:

  • Prioritizing and organizing work assignments

  • Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade

  • Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

• Ability to:

  • Communicate effectively

  • Follow verbal and written instructions

Transportation Maintenance Tech II

Includes all listed competencies for Transportation Maintenance Tech I as well as:

• Considerable knowledge of:

  • Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques

  • Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance

  • The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

• Proficient skill in:

  • Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade

  • Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment

  • Prioritizing and organizing work assignments

  • Operating light and heavy highway equipment

  • Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Transportation Maintenance Tech I and II

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour

• Subject to noise and vibration

• Required to wear protective gear - respirator, hard hat, or other devices

• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.

• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)

• Must have the flexibility to work non-standard hours in support of operational and business requirements.

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 valid medical explanation for a positive drug test results for an employee in this position.

• Must be able to report to duty within 60 minutes of notification of a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.

• Will be required to work alternate schedules during an emergency response situation such as adverse weather events.

• Will be required to travel to other district/division shops within the state as needed

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.

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