Maintenance Section Assistant II - Panhandle

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 Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical 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.

• 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.
• Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges.
• Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines.
• Handles public complaints.
• Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress and work completed by the crews and contractors.
• Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff.
• Maintains records on materials, supplies and personnel.
• May operate light and heavy roadway equipment.
• Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor.
• Trains employees on the use of equipment and procedures.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

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

• 6 years 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

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have a Class  A  Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

• Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Inventory/stock control procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Budgeting methods and procedures

• Scheduling work assignments
• Using light highway equipment

• 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
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Medium work:
  Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Please read the standard conditions of employment for all positions:
Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• 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.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, (e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.