General Transp Tech I, II, III - Road Maintenance Operations Job at Texas Department of Transportation, La Marque, TX

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  • Texas Department of Transportation
  • La Marque, TX

Job Description

Position InformationLooking for a steady, reliable, and essential job?TxDOT's top goals are to have a safe working environment, to help the community, and to keep the people of Texas safe from all hazards that we challenge in our everyday commute.This role includes outdoor teamwork projects where you will learn how to use light and heavy equipment, set up traffic control, debris removal, erosion control, pothole repairs, tree and brush operation, park maintenance, rest area maintenance, ditch and drain operations, road sign installations, and other assignments that would benefit your growth in your career with TXDOT.We are looking for a candidate with a valid driver license, good driving record, the will to learn, team player, not afraid to get dirty, ready to work an any type of inclement weather, and ready to respond to any emergency situationThe 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.Benefits and PerksAt 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 PackageTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)Position DescriptionGeneral Transportation Tech IPerforms 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.General Transportation Tech IIPerforms moderately complex transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: maintenance contract and 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.General Transportation Tech IIIPerforms highly complex transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: contract maintenance and material and process inspection; roadway maintenance and repair; operates light and heavy equipment; preventive and minor maintenance on equipment; traffic control; helping the public during emergency situations; and training other employees. 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:General Transportation 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 General Transportation Tech IIIncludes all essential duties listed for General Transportation Tech I as well as: Serves as the only maintenance contract inspector on a small project. Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs highly skilled roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites. Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader- one and a quarter cubic yard or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. General Transportation Tech IIIIncludes all essential duties listed for General Transportation Tech I and II as well as: Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products. Provides support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; and provides assistance to stranded motorists. Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a half cubic yard or more, tractor-trailer haul truck, large dragline, shovel, paint striper, and dump truck. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:General Transportation Tech IEducation: No education required.Experience: No experience requiredLicenses 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. Transportation Tech IIEducation: No education required.Experience: 1 year transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime 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 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. Transportation Tech IIIEducation: No education required.Experience: 2 years transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime 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 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. Qualifications:Licenses and Certifications: Commercial Driver's LicenseCompetencies:General Transportation Tech I Some knowledge of: The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Maintenance concepts, methods, policies, and requirements Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes Some Skill in: Using basic mathematical fundamentals Prioritizing and organizing work assignments Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade Using of light and heavy highway equipment Maintaining a safe working relationship Ability to: Follow verbal and written instructions General Transportation Tech IIIncludes all competencies listed for General Transportation Tech I as well as: 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 Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures Some knowledge of: Plan review methods, processes and procedures Proficient skill in: Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical devices of the trade Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems Using of light and heavy highway equipment Maintaining a safe working relationship General Transportation Tech IIIIncludes all competencies listed for General Transportation Tech I and II as well as: Extensive Knowledge of: Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Expert skill in: Maintaining a safe working relationship Proficient Skill in: Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Prioritizing and organizing work assignments Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:General Transportation Tech I, II, and III Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour Subject to hazards - moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals Required to wear protective gear - respirator, hard hat, or other devices Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs. Stooping - bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist Kneeling - bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Standing - prolonged periods of time Walking - moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another 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 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations. Expect schedule to change on a short notice. Expect to help other maintenance offices accomplish their tasks or in emergency situations. Texas Department of Transportation

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