Maintenance Section Assistant - Sterling

Maintenance Section Assistant

TxDOT's San Angelo District is looking for a Maintenance Section Assistant in the Sterling City Maintenance Office. This is a leadership position in the maintenance section and will help maintain the roads in Sterling and Glasscock Counties. Assistants coordinate equipment, materials, and personnel for roadway maintenance projects and work closely with the maintenance section supervisor. Experience gained in this position can provide opportunities for advancement within the department.

If you're looking for a stable job with lots of paid time off, apply now!

Work Schedule:

Mon
- Thurs 7:00 a.m.

- 5:30 p.m.

Sterling City, the county seat and only city in Sterling County, is a community with just over 1000 people enjoying the comfort and pleasure that can only be found in a small town.

Maintenance Section Assistant (A22): $4,801.16 - $7,761.50 monthly

Work Locations:
Sterling City Maintenance Sect 5580 NORTH US 87 Sterling City 76951

Travel:
Yes, 5 % of the Time

Shift: Day Job Shift Details:
Mon
- Thurs, 7:00am - 5:30pm 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)

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:
The essential duties for Maintenance Section Assistant include:
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. Handles public complaints. Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress and work completed by the crews and contractors.

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. Assists in budget preparation for the section. Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges.

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. Licenses and

Certifications:

Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Must have or have obtained an "N" (tanker) endorsement and remove any transmission restriction within 60 calendar days from date of employment.

Competencies:

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