Transportation Specialist , II, III, or IV

Position: Transportation Specialist I, II, III, or IV

Job Overview

Transportation Specialist I – IV (2503474) – Dallas District, Waxahachie, Texas. The role supports projects such as preventive maintenance, roadway rehabs, bridge replacements, and design, specification, and estimation (PS&E) activities.

Title and Grade

• Transportation Specialist I – B19: $48,244 – $76,028
• Transportation Specialist II – B20: $51,158 – $81,351
• Transportation Specialist III – B21: $54,278 – $87,046
• Transportation Specialist IV – B22: $57,614 – $93,138

Salary

Minimum: $48,244
Maximum: $93,138

Work Hours and Travel

Full-time, 40 hours per week, onsite. Travel is expected 5% of the time.

Benefits and Perks

• Retirement Plans
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On‑Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family‑Friendly Policies and Programs

Responsibilities – Transportation Specialist I

• Coordinate design work among TxDOT entities, consultants, and contractors.
• Provide technical assistance in resolving construction problems.
• Evaluate and analyze design issues.
• Perform additional assigned duties.

Responsibilities – Transportation Specialist II

• Assist with project design calculations and sketches.
• Develop site layouts using engineering workstations and software.
• Inspect roadways and evaluate conditions.

Responsibilities – Transportation Specialist III and IV

• Develop site layouts utilizing engineering workstations and software.
• Inspect roadways and evaluate conditions.
• Assists in overseeing design work among TxDOT entities, consultants, and contractors.
• Prioritize and schedule projects.
• Implement proper traffic control procedures and safety precautions at construction sites.
• Provide advanced technical expertise and coordination in maintenance operations.
• May serve as a lead worker and related tasks.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline. Substitute education for experience on a year‑per‑year basis.
• Experience:
  • I – 2 years in transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, and bridge inspection.
  • II – 4 years in the same areas.
  • III – 5 years in the same areas.
  • IV – 5 years in the same areas.
• Valid driver’s license. Driving a state vehicle is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preparation, review, processing, and compliance of plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Pavement design and management processes.
• Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Preventive maintenance methods and procedures.
• Application of engineering principles and methods.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and maps.
• Planning, coordinating, and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility.
• Use of computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Light work: lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Pre‑employment physical exam required.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment; random drug testing applies.
• Bridge Inspection:
  Must have completed a comprehensive training course within 1 year of hire.

Equal Opportunity

TxDOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Application Information

Apply by Dec 17, 2025, 8:26:41 PM (ongoing unposting). Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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