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Texas Department of Transportation

Maint Section Assistant I or II - Boerne

Texas Department of Transportation, Boerne, Texas, United States, 78006

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Build Your Career in Boerne!

TxDOT's San Antonio District is hiring a Maintenance Section Assistant I or II for our Boerne Maintenance Office. In this role, you'll play a key part in coordinating materials, equipment, and personnel for roadway maintenance projects-keeping our highways safe and reliable for the community.

As a Maintenance Section Assistant, you'll work side by side with the Maintenance Section Supervisor while gaining valuable leadership experience and hands-on knowledge in roadway maintenance. You'll also sharpen professional skills in areas such as:

Computer software and budgeting Clear and timely communication Public interaction and customer service Collaboration with coworkers, safety professionals, and district leadership If you're ready to advance your career within TxDOT's maintenance sections-or launch your journey with one of the nation's best highway systems-this is your opportunity.

Join the TxDOT family in Boerne and help us keep Texas moving forward!

Annual Salary Ranges

Maintenance Section Assistant I

(B19): $48,244 - $76.028 Maintenance Section Assistant II

(B20): $51,158 - $81,351 This position is for one (1) Maintenance Section Assistant I or II. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Benefits and Perks

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)

Position Description

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.

Essential Duties:

Maintenance Section Assistant I:

Assists in budget preparation for the section. 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. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. 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. Maintenance Section Assistant II:

In addition to the duties listed above:

Assists in issuing driveway permits and estimating the size of drainage pipes for driveways. Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges. Maintains records on materials, supplies and personnel. May assist with survey related activities. Minimum Qualifications:

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

Maintenance Section Assistant I:

5 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work. Maintenance Section Assistant II:

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

Licenses and Certifications :

Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an "N" endorsement from date of application. Competencies:

Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Incident management procedures Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials Scheduling work assignments Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Using light highway equipment Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements Inventory/stock control procedures Budgeting methods and procedures Maintenance contract inspection procedures Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour Subject to noise Subject to vibration Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Standing-prolonged periods of time Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and assembly or fabrication parts Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to 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, at 40.151(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.