Highway Maintenance Technician II or III TX

Highway Maintenance Technician II or III - Big Spring, TX

TxDOT has an incredible opportunity for a Highway Maintenance Technician II or III for the Howard County Maintenance Office. This is not just a job; it is a chance to be part of a team that is dedicated to ensuring the safety of our roads and communities. We pride ourselves on a supportive atmosphere, a leadership team that truly values work-life balance, and a commitment to your professional growth.

Salary Plan/Grade:
Transportation Maintenance Tech II: A17 ($51,000 - $64,468/yearly) Transportation Maintenance Tech III: A18 ($53,400- $71,055/yearly)
* The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary:51,000.00

Maximum Salary:71,055.00

Pay Basis:

YearlyFLSA Status:

Nonexempt Work Locations:

Big Spring Ae/Howard Co Maint
1301 N HWY 350

Big Spring
79720

Travel:

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Shift: Day Job Shift Details:40

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.

Position Description Transportation Maintenance Tech II:
Performs moderately complex transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: maintenance contract and/or 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.

Transportation Maintenance Tech III:
Performs highly complex transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: contract maintenance and/or material and process inspection; roadway maintenance and repair; operates light and heavy equipment; preventative 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:
The essential duties for Transportation Maintenance Tech II include:
Serves as the only maintenance contract inspector on a small project. Assists in inspecting traffic control devices and their placement at construction project sites for compliance with specifications for devices; safety laws, rules, regulations and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Maintains construction project records and/or bridge inspection records; processes related paperwork; reviews files for compliance with the bridge inspection Manual of Procedures.

Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs skilled roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites. 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. Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts;

performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products. Inspects routine maintenance contract construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build and maintain roadways, bridges, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications. Identifies, analyzes, and implements solutions for complex maintenance problems. Inspects materials, equipment, and production procedures in a manufacturing plant or at point of supply to ensure construction materials meet Department specifications.

Works on a survey crew; operates survey instruments such as theodolite, transit and level, electronic distance meter, and total survey station. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Additional duties for Transportation Maintenance Tech III include:
May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications. Provides support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; and provides assistance to stranded motorists. Maintains highways and…