Texas Department of Transportation
Maintenance Section Assistant II - Panhandle
Texas Department of Transportation, Channahon, Illinois, United States, 60410
Maintenance Section Assistant II - Panhandle (2600044)
Join the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Amarillo District as a Maintenance Section Assistant Supervisor in our Panhandle Maintenance Office. In this role, you’ll help ensure safe and reliable roadways by assisting the Maintenance Section Supervisor in overseeing crews and contractors within a designated area. You’ll lead Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical, and clerical staff, while responding to emergency situations as needed. This position requires strong leadership, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work independently to maintain TxDOT’s commitment to safety and service for the traveling public.
Pay and Work Details Minimum Salary: 51,158.00. Maximum Salary: 81,351.00. Pay Basis: Yearly. FLSA Status: Nonexempt.
Work Locations: Carson 2 Co Maint Sec 101 S ELSIE ST Panhandle 79068. Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time. Shift: Day. Shift Details: 40 hours/week; Monday - Thursday; Possible nights, weekends, holidays & hours other than 7‑5:30. Location Flexibility: Onsite.
Benefits and Perks
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).
Responsibilities 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.
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.
Minimum Qualifications Education High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience 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.
Licenses and Certifications Valid driver’s license. Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Considerable Knowledge Of
Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Budgeting methods and procedures
Using light highway equipment
Proficient Skill In
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
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
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 - 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
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.
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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Pay and Work Details Minimum Salary: 51,158.00. Maximum Salary: 81,351.00. Pay Basis: Yearly. FLSA Status: Nonexempt.
Work Locations: Carson 2 Co Maint Sec 101 S ELSIE ST Panhandle 79068. Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time. Shift: Day. Shift Details: 40 hours/week; Monday - Thursday; Possible nights, weekends, holidays & hours other than 7‑5:30. Location Flexibility: Onsite.
Benefits and Perks
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).
Responsibilities 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.
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.
Minimum Qualifications Education High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience 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.
Licenses and Certifications Valid driver’s license. Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Considerable Knowledge Of
Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Budgeting methods and procedures
Using light highway equipment
Proficient Skill In
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
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
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 - 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
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.
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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