Maintenance Section Assistant - Amarillo E-Way

Maintenance Section Assistant

We're hiring a Maintenance Section Assistant for our E-Way Maintenance Section in the Amarillo District. Step into a key leadership role, helping oversee roadway maintenance operations that keep the traveling public safe. In this position, you'll support the Maintenance Section Supervisor by coordinating crews, providing day-to-day guidance, and ensuring work is completed efficiently across a designated service area. Ideal candidates are strong leaders who can work independently, respond to emergency situations when needed, and serve as a trusted resource for maintenance staff while making a meaningful impact on their community.

Minimum Salary: 57,614.00 Maximum Salary: 90,000.00 Pay Basis:
Yearly FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Amarillo AE Office 8401 S FM 1541 Amarillo 79110

Yes, 25% of the time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 hours/week;
Monday - Friday;
Possible nights, weekends, holidays Location Flexibility:
Onsite

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)

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 crews and support 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:
Assists in budget preparation for the section. 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. Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges. Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines. Handles public complaints. Leads the work of transportation maintenance crews and support staff. May operate light and heavy roadway equipment.

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general education

Experience:

6 years of experience 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. Licenses and

Certifications:

Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Commercial Driver Certificate Class A Commercial Driver's License

Competencies:

Extensive knowledge of:
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Considerable knowledge of:
Incident management procedures Inventory/stock control procedures Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials Proficient skill in:
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

Physical Requirements and

Working Conditions:

Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour Works in narrow aisles or passageways 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 Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts Conditions of Employment:
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions. 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…