Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief

About the role

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. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

This position is based in TxDOT's Houston District, West Harris Maintenance Office. In this leadership role, you'll guide a skilled maintenance crew and help keep Texas roads safe and reliable. Experience gained in this position can provide opportunities for advancement within the department.

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.
• 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 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.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent in general education.
• 5 years of experience in roadway maintenance-related work (full-time or prorated part-time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may substitute for experience on a year-per-year basis.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must possess a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or obtain one within 180 calendar days from the date of employment.
• Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends as needed.
• 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.
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.

Preferred Qualifications

• Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work.
• Familiarity with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures involving storage and transport of hazardous materials.
• Considerable knowledge of incident management procedures.
• Understanding of applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes.
• Proficient skill in leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others.
• Ability to coordinate labor, materials, and equipment.
• Strong prioritization and organization of work assignments.
• Experience training in a classroom, office, or field environment.
• Ability to maintain a safe and effective working relationship with others.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to environmental conditions with protection from weather but not temperature changes.
• Subject to outside environmental conditions with no effective weather protection.
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Subject to extreme cold and heat (below 32°F and/or above 100°F for more than one hour).
• Subject to noise and vibration.
• Subject to hazards such as moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
• Required to wear protective gear, including respirator, hard hat, or other devices.
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools.
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Climbing: Ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
• Balancing: Walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s).
• Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine.
• Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing: Prolonged periods of time.
• Walking: Moving on foot to accomplish tasks, including long distances or from one work site to another.
• Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against an object with force to move it in a direction.
• Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting: Raising objects from lower to higher position or horizontally to a different position.
• Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.
• Feeling: Determining size, shape, temperature, or texture of objects.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words.
• Hearing: Perceiving sound at normal speaking levels; receiving information by oral communication.
• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Visual Acuity: Operating machines such as drill presses, power saws, and mills; operating motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment; determining work quality and making general observations of facilities/structures.

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

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of its offices statewide are designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. For a complete list of the total compensation package, visit the TxDOT website. To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees, visit Benefits at a Glance.

Schedule

Full-time, regular employee status.