Maintenance Section Supvr III

• Handles public complaints.

Oversees a maintenance section and is responsible for providing a safe driving thoroughfare within a geographic area of the state through the maintenance of all roads, structures and rights‑of‑way. Oversees a maintenance section with a rank sum ratio of section lane miles and truck/vehicles per lane in accordance with the published rank sum. Supervises technical and clerical employees. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as‑needed basis.

Work requires contact with governmental officials, private entities and the public. 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.

• Administers and inspects contracted maintenance activities.
• Handles public complaints.
• Inspects road conditions, work‑in‑progress and work completed by the crews and contractors.
• Plans, coordinates and implements emergency response to inclement weather, flooding, accidents and hazardous material spills affecting area roadways.
• Plans, schedules and coordinates work project needs to include personnel, equipment and material with the Area Engineer and other district staff on a regular basis.
• Prepares and monitors the budget.
• Prioritizes and assigns projects to the maintenance section assistant and crew chiefs; guides them in the planning and scheduling of personnel/materials/equipment necessary to complete the work; ensures projects follow established safety guidelines.
• Responsible for maintenance section office activities including human resources, public relations, facilities, inventory management and general office administrative matters.
• Trains other employees.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

• Education:
  
  High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

• 9 years 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.

• Must have 3 years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License at time of application.

• Budgeting methods and procedures
• Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Incident management procedures
• Scheduling work assignments
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees

• 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 position and will be subject to random drug testing.
• Must be able to report for duty within 30 minutes of notification on a 24‑hour basis to respond during emergency situations.
• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.

Join our team at the NW Tarrant Co. as a Maintenance Section Supervisor, where leadership meets dedication. We're seeking a proactive leader who prioritizes safety, adheres to TxDOT's policies and procedures, and manages budgets effectively to maintain the state roadways and surrounding areas. Your role will be crucial in responding to emergencies, ensuring the safety and upkeep of our roadways. If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to lead a team committed to excellence, we invite you to apply and help us…