Maintenance Section Assistant

Maintenance Section Assistant

We're hiring a Maintenance Section Assistant for our Borger 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

Work Locations:
Hutchinson Co Maint Sec 2500 S CEDARBorger 79008

Travel:
Yes, 25 % of the Time

Shift: Day Job

Shift Details: 40 hours/ week, Monday-Thursday;
Possible nights, weekends, holidays, and hours other than 7-5:30

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)

Position Description 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. Assists with planning, coordinating and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous spills affecting area roadways. Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines. Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress and work completed by the crews and contractors.

Leads the work of transportation maintenance crews and support staff May operate light and heavy roadway equipment. Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor. 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

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. Substitutions for

Minimum Qualifications 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 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 Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification code Considerable knowledge of Budgeting methods and procedures Expert skill in Scheduling work assignments Proficient skill in Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

Physical Requirements and

Working Conditions:

Subject to inside and outside…