Roadway Maintenance Tech (Trans Maint Tech) I/II/III- South Travis Maintenance (Austin District)

About the role

This position 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.

Responsibilities

• Determines placement of traffic control devices and installs/moves devices.
• Inspects barricades to ensure compliance with barricade standards.
• Maintains picnic and rest areas, rights-of-way, maintenance yards and comfort stations.
• Mows rights-of-way and picnic and rest areas; performs plant and landscape maintenance including trimming trees and brush.
• Aids with inspecting 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.

Requirements

• Education: No education required.
• Experience:
  • TMT I = No experience required.
  • TMT II = 1 year experience.
  • TMT III = 2 years experience.
• Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Must obtain a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License within 12 months from date of employment.
• Preferred Qualifications: Commercial Driver’s License (preferably with no transmission restrictions).

Qualifications

• Competencies: Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work; use of applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade; maintaining a safe working relationship with others; following verbal and written instructions; applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques; basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures; applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes; prioritizing and organizing work assignments; using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures.

Benefits and Perks

• 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.

Additional Information

• CDL Recruitment Bonus! You may qualify for a one-time recruitment bonus up to $5,000 if you have a Class “A” CDL License (preferably with no transmission restrictions) at time of hire.
• CDL Training Available! We offer company sponsored CDL training with $0 upfront monetary commitment. Earn your full salary while training with lodging, transportation and per-diem provided if necessary.
• 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.
• 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.
• To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)