Transport Maint Crew Chief-Belton Mnt Office Waco District

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 and contact with private entities.

Responsibilities

• Assists during accidents and emergency weather situations to sand bridges and roads, put up warning signs, and organize response of crews.
• Assists in administration of the maintenance section.
• Assists with surveying-related work.
• Estimates and gathers materials and equipment necessary to complete assignments.
• Inspects work performed by maintenance crews.
• Maintains records on materials and equipment used and employee time sheets.
• Monitors materials testing and inventory of roadway maintenance materials.
• Operates light and heavy equipment.
• Oversees workers and coordinates applicable activities.
• Performs 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; presenting operational updates to the supervisor; providing input on team members' career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operational coverage.
• Supervises, trains, and coordinates a roadway maintenance crew performing routine and emergency roadway maintenance.
• Plans, prioritizes, and oversees maintenance activities such as pavement repairs, drainage maintenance, shoulder work, traffic control, and storm response.
• Manages the section’s vegetation control program through the safe, effective, and compliant use of herbicides.
• Helps maintain safe travel conditions and clear visibility for the traveling public.
• Coordinates daily work assignments, equipment use, and material needs while promoting safety and accountability.
• Inspects completed work to ensure it meets TxDOT standards, policies, and performance expectations.
• Responds to emergencies and supports incident response, weather events, and other maintenance operations as needed.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent in general education.
• 5 years of 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.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with "N" endorsement at time of application.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work.
• Extensive knowledge of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Extensive knowledge of methods and procedures involving storage and transport of hazardous materials.
• Considerable knowledge of inventory/stock control procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes.
• Expert skill in operating light and heavy highway equipment.
• Proficient skill in performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, and technical survey data.
• Proficient skill in leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others.
• Proficient skill in coordinating labor, materials, and equipment.
• Proficient skill in prioritizing and organizing work assignments.
• Proficient skill in using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade.
• Proficient skill in maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.
• Proficient skill in maintaining a safe working environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals.
• Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes.
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.
• Subject to noise.
• 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.
• 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 data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading; visual inspection of small defects/parts.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment physical as this job has been identified as physically demanding.
• 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.
• Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
• Must maintain regular and dependable attendance and adhere to established work schedules.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays, as required.
• Must be willing and able to work beyond regularly scheduled hours when operational needs require.
• Must participate in a rotating on-call schedule, when applicable to the position.
• Must wear employer-provided personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

Location

Belton Maintenance Office
410 W Loop 121
Belton, TX 76513

Pay

$4,523.16 - $7,253.83/monthly

Benefits

• 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

Schedule

• Full-time
• Regular