Texas Department of Transportation
Transport Maint Crew Chief
Texas Department of Transportation, Amarillo, Texas, United States, 79161
Transport Maint Crew Chief (2600088)
Job Description
Transport Maint Crew Chief - ( 2600088 )
Position Information Are you ready to lead a skilled team in maintaining vital transportation infrastructure? TxDOT's Amarillo District is looking for a Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief to work in our Special Jobs Section. This dedicated individual will lead a crew in performing essential roadway maintenance tasks. If you're ready to take charge and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!
Minimum Salary 51,158.00
Maximum Salary 73,215.00
Pay Basis Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Work Locations Amarillo District Headquarters 5715 CANYON DR Amarillo 79110
Travel Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift : Day Job 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
Leads a crew of transportation maintenance technicians and equipment operators performing skilled transportation maintenance activities.
Reports to a maintenance section supervisor and assists in administration of the maintenance section.
Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as needed basis.
Work requires contact with private entities.
Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Assists during accidents and emergency weather situations to sand bridges and roads and put up warning signs and organize response of crews.
Assists in administration of the maintenance section.
Maintains records on material and equipment used and employee time sheets.
Operates light and heavy equipment.
Performs some maintenance and repair on equipment and trains crew members on the use of equipment.
Serves as a lead worker by scheduling daily work assignments; serving as a resource for complex questions and troubleshooting of problems; presenting operational updates to the supervisor; providing input on team members' career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operational coverage.
Inspects roads while enroute to and from job site and reports problems to supervisors.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Education High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.
Experience 5 years experience in roadway maintenance 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 "N" endorsement or have obtained the "N" endorsement within 120 calendar days from date of employment.
Extensive knowledge of
Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Considerable knowledge of
Incident management procedures
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Operating light and heavy highway equipment
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
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.
Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to noise and vibration
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 other device
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Sitting - prolonged periods of time
Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment and determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures
Required to respond on nights and weekends in emergency situations.
Required to work weekends and holidays.
Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours
Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
Job Details Job: Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Jan 12, 2026, 2:26:19 PM
Unposting Date: Jan 25, 2026, 5:59:00 AM
State Job Title/s : Transportation Mntnce Spec V State Job Code/s : 9309
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
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 Action of 1990.
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Transport Maint Crew Chief - ( 2600088 )
Position Information Are you ready to lead a skilled team in maintaining vital transportation infrastructure? TxDOT's Amarillo District is looking for a Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief to work in our Special Jobs Section. This dedicated individual will lead a crew in performing essential roadway maintenance tasks. If you're ready to take charge and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!
Minimum Salary 51,158.00
Maximum Salary 73,215.00
Pay Basis Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Work Locations Amarillo District Headquarters 5715 CANYON DR Amarillo 79110
Travel Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift : Day Job 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
Leads a crew of transportation maintenance technicians and equipment operators performing skilled transportation maintenance activities.
Reports to a maintenance section supervisor and assists in administration of the maintenance section.
Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as needed basis.
Work requires contact with private entities.
Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Assists during accidents and emergency weather situations to sand bridges and roads and put up warning signs and organize response of crews.
Assists in administration of the maintenance section.
Maintains records on material and equipment used and employee time sheets.
Operates light and heavy equipment.
Performs some maintenance and repair on equipment and trains crew members on the use of equipment.
Serves as a lead worker by scheduling daily work assignments; serving as a resource for complex questions and troubleshooting of problems; presenting operational updates to the supervisor; providing input on team members' career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operational coverage.
Inspects roads while enroute to and from job site and reports problems to supervisors.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Education High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.
Experience 5 years experience in roadway maintenance 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 "N" endorsement or have obtained the "N" endorsement within 120 calendar days from date of employment.
Extensive knowledge of
Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Considerable knowledge of
Incident management procedures
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Operating light and heavy highway equipment
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
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.
Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to noise and vibration
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 other device
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Sitting - prolonged periods of time
Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment and determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures
Required to respond on nights and weekends in emergency situations.
Required to work weekends and holidays.
Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours
Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
Job Details Job: Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Jan 12, 2026, 2:26:19 PM
Unposting Date: Jan 25, 2026, 5:59:00 AM
State Job Title/s : Transportation Mntnce Spec V State Job Code/s : 9309
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
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 Action of 1990.
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