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Texas Department of Transportation

Maintenance Section Assistant I, II or III

Texas Department of Transportation, Greenville, Texas, United States, 75402

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Paris District is looking for a Maintenance Section Assistant I, II or III in the Hunt County Maintenance Section located in Greenville, TX.

If you enjoy working outdoors and would like to make the roadways safer for your family and friends, then apply for this position. Come join our TxDOT family! We offer company-sponsored CDL training with $0 upfront monetary commitment. Earn your full salary while training with lodging, transportation and per-diem provided if necessary.

This job opening is for one Maintenance Section Assistant I, II or III depending on business need and applicant's qualifications and experience. Qualification and experience will determine the applicant's position and pay. 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.

Maintenance Section Assistant I - B19 | $48,244 - $76,028 yearly

Maintenance Section Assistant II - B20 | $51,158 - $81,351 yearly

Maintenance Section Assistant III - B21 | $54,278 - $87,046 yearly

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, II or III

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. Handles public complaints. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. Maintains records on materials, supplies and personnel. 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. Minimum Qualifications:

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

Maintenance Section Assistant I:

Experience: 5 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work.

Maintenance Section Assistant II:

Experience: 6 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work.

Maintenance Section Assistant III:

Experience: 7 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work. 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) or have obtained a Class "A" CDL, within 180 calendar days from date of employment. Preferred Qualifications:

Commercial driver's license (CDL)

Competencies:

Maintenance Section Assistant I, II or III

Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes Incident management procedures Inventory/stock control procedures Budgeting methods and procedures Scheduling work assignments Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Maintaining a safe working relationship Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Maintenance Section Assistant I, II or III

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or another device. 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 Balancing walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine Crawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet 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.