Drafting Technician; Transportation Specialist III-V: Bridge & Hydraulics Office; Austin District

Job Description - Drafting Technician (Transportation Specialist) III-V:
Bridge & Hydraulics Office (Austin District) (2600922)

Job Description

Drafting Technician (Transportation Specialist) III, IV, or V:
Bridge & Hydraulics Office (Austin District) - (2600922)

TxDOT’s Austin District is looking for a Drafting Technician (Transportation Specialist) III, IV, or V to join our Bridge & Hydraulics Team at the District Headquarters. This position is geared towards a bridge detailer or CAD technician with experience in producing 2D plans and 3D modeling of bridges
, including repair details, rehabilitation plans, and bridge replacement layouts. The role supports our bridge design and construction program by developing accurate, constructible, and well‑coordinated plan sets for a wide range of structural repair and replacement projects.

This position is for ONE Transportation Specialist III, IV, or V. Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Transportation Specialist III: B21 ($54,278.00 - $87,046.00/yearly)
Transportation Specialist IV: B22 ($57,614.00 - $93,138.00/yearly)
Transportation Specialist V: B24 ($65,104.00 - $/yearly)

54,278.00

Yearly

Nonexempt

Austin District Headquarters, 7901 NORTH IH 35, Austin, 78753

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Full-time. This position works 40-hours per week, Monday - Friday. Location Flexibility:
Onsite.

• 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)

This position provides technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving multiple design and advanced building construction projects, construction of transportation systems, traffic operations, maintenance, and bridge inspection and appraisal in accordance with Department standards. Assists with project planning and oversight, and the development of policies and procedures for the area of responsibility. Work requires contact with governmental officials, consultants, contractors and private entities.

Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

• Assists in overseeing project design/drafting involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.
• Coordinates compilation of complete plan packages for submission to the responsible engineer or architect for review and signature.
• Develops and prepares consultant work orders and agreements.
• Develops site layouts utilizing engineering workstations and software.
• Performs data collection, evaluations, analyses, studies, inspections, forecasts, assessments and plan development.
• Represents the Department at various meetings.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. This position requires you to drive for TxDOT.

• Evaluates and analyzes highly complex design/drafting issues.
• Assists in overseeing project design/drafting involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.
• Assists in planning, developing, administering and monitoring district maintenance contracts and service agreements.
• Assists…