Position Information TxDOT is searching for a Maintenance Section Assistant II or III in Tyler, TX. This position helps lead a team of Roadway Maintenance Technicians to make roads safer while gaining additional skills in leadership and roadway maintenance work. At TxDOT, safety is at the forefront of everything we do and our strong safety culture starts with you and the team you will lead. As a Maintenance Section Assistant, you will report to the Maintenance Section Supervisor and assist with tasks of the section. If you are ready to grow an exciting career, lets talk! Job Location: 15986 SH 155 SOUTH, Tyler, 75703 Salary Range: Maintenance Section Assistant II (B20): $51,158 - $81,351 Maintenance Section Assistant III (B21): $54,278 - $87,046 The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right to determine the level of position offered based on business needs and the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors.
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 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)
Position Description Assists a Maintenance Section Supervisor in overseeing work completed by the crews and contractors, which provides a safe driving thoroughfare within a designated geographical area. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as-needed basis. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor. Essential Duties:Maintenance Section Assistant II/III: - Assists in budget preparation for the section. - Assists in issuing driveway permits and estimating the size of drainage pipes for driveways. - Assists the maintenance section supervisor in overseeing the work of the section and contracted crews including scheduling equipment, material and personnel necessary for section projects. - Assists with planning, coordinating and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous spills affecting area roadways. - Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges. - Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines. - Handles public complaints. - Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress and work completed by the crews and contractors. - Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. - Maintains records on materials, supplies and personnel. - May assist with survey related activities. - May operate light and heavy roadway equipment. - Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor. - Trains employees on the use of equipment and procedures. - Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies. Experience: Maintenance Section Assistant II: 6 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work. Maintenance Section Assistant III: 7 years in roadway maintenance or construction 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 Qualifications Licenses and Certifications:
- Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
- Must have a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at the time of hire.
Competencies:Maintenance Section Assistant II Considerable Knowledge of
- Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
- The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
- Incident management procedures
- Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
- Budgeting methods and procedures
- Maintenance contract inspection procedures
Proficient Skill in
- Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
- Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
- Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
- Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management.
Maintenance Section Assistant III all the above and: Extensive knowledge of
- Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
- The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
- Incident management procedures
- Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
- Budgeting methods and procedures
- Maintenance contract inspection procedures
Expert Skill in
- Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: - Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour - Subject to noise - Subject to vibration - Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals - Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device - Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs - Standing-prolonged periods of time - Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another - Feeling-determining size, shape, temperature or texture of objects - Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words - Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication - Close Visual Acuity-work includes datafflgures; view a computer screen; extensive reading - Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling Conditions of Employment: Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
- 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.