Maintenance Section Assistant - Georgetown Maintenance; Austin District

Maintenance Section Assistant
- Georgetown Maintenance (Austin District)

TxDOT's Austin District is looking for one Maintenance Section Assistant based in Georgetown, Texas. In this role, you will support the Maintenance Section Supervisor by overseeing maintenance crews and contractors, coordinating daily work activities, and maintaining roadway safety standards. The position requires strong leadership skills, the ability to work independently, and readiness to respond to emergency situations as needed. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in transportation maintenance, crew leadership, and operational coordination.

Salary Plan/Grade:
Maintenance Section Assistant: A22 ($57,614.00 - $93,138.00/yearly)

$57,614.00

$93,138.00

Yearly FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Georgetown-Willmsn Co Ae/Maint 2727 SOUTH AUSTIN AVE Georgetown 78627

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift: Day Job Shift Details: (4)-10 Hour Days:
Mon
- Thurs 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)

This position 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 in issuing driveway permits and estimating the size of drainage pipes for driveways 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 Handles public complaints Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress and work completed by the crews and contractors Leads the work of transportation maintenance crews and support staff 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 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 duties as assigned. This position requires driving a state vehicle

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. Licenses and

Certifications:

Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Commercial Driver Certificate Commercial Driver's License

Competencies:

Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work Materials used in highway/bridges construction and maintenance The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Incident management procedures Scheduling work…