Transport Maint Crew Chief- Brownfield

Transport Maint Crew Chief
- Brownfield

In Brownfield, where wide-open Texas roadways connect hardworking communities, the Crew Chief plays a vital role in keeping life moving. Leading maintenance crews in the field, this position helps ensure highways remain safe, reliable, and ready to serve the traveling public. From routine roadway maintenance to emergency response and storm recovery, the Crew Chief sets the standard for safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.

Every day brings the opportunity to make a visible impact, helping keep Brownfield connected, resilient, and on the move.

Minimum Salary: 54,278.00

Maximum Salary: 87,046.00

Pay Basis:
Yearly

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Work Locations:
Brownfield Ae/Terry Maint 800 WEST WEBB Brownfield 79316

Travel:
Yes, 25 % of the Time

Shift: Day Job

Shift Details: 40 Hours Per Week, as specified: other non-standard hours, Holidays, weekends

Location Flexibility:
Onsite

Benefits and Perks

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

Leads a crew of transportation maintenance technicians and equipment operators performing skilled transportation maintenance activities. Reports to a maintenance section supervisor and assists in administration of the maintenance section. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as needed basis. 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:

• Assists during accidents and emergency weather situations to sand bridges and roads and put up warning signs, and organize response of crews.
• Assists in administration of the maintenance section.
• Estimates and gathers materials and equipment necessary to complete assignments.
• Inspects roads while en route to and from job site and reports problems to supervisors.
• Maintains records on materials and equipment used and employee time sheets.
• Monitors materials testing and inventory of roadway maintenance materials.
• Operates light and heavy equipment.
• Performs some maintenance and repair on equipment and trains crew members on the use of equipment.
• 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:

5 years experience in roadway maintenance 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. Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or have obtained a Class "A" CDL, within 120 calendar days from date of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Licenses and

Certifications:

Commercial driver's license (CDL)

Competencies:

Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials Incident management procedures Inventory/stock control procedures Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Maintenance contract inspection procedures Expert skill in Operating light and heavy highway equipment Proficient skill in Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Prioritizing and organizing work assignments Training in a classroom, office, or field environment Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Maintaining a…