Maintenance Section Assistant- Muleshoe (Bailey County)

TxDOT's Bailey County needs a Maintenance Section Assistant! We are more than just paving roads, we are building essential connections and ensuring the safety of our communities, one mile at a time. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the infrastructure that keeps Texas moving. In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting the daily maintenance activities that preserve our roadways. We are looking for individuals who possess a strong work ethic, commitment to excellence, and an eye for detail. If you have a knack for making things run smoothly, a dedication to quality work, and a desire to be part of a team that feels like family, then this position is for you! Help us build something great and keep Texas roads safe for everyone

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TxDOT's Bailey County needs a Maintenance Section Assistant! We are more than just paving roads, we are building essential connections and ensuring the safety of our communities, one mile at a time. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the infrastructure that keeps Texas moving. In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting the daily maintenance activities that preserve our roadways. We are looking for individuals who possess a strong work ethic, commitment to excellence, and an eye for detail. If you have a knack for making things run smoothly, a dedication to quality work, and a desire to be part of a team that feels like family, then this position is for you! Help us build something great and keep Texas roads safe for everyone

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Bailey County Maintenance (05BAILEYCO)
2401 W AMERICAN BLVD
Muleshoe, 79347

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)

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)

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 crews and support 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:

• Assists in budget preparation for the section.
• Assists in issuing driveway permits and estimating the size of drainage pipes for driveways.
• Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges.
• Handles public complaints.
• Maintains records on materials, supplies and personnel.
• May assist with survey related activities.
• May operate light and heavy roadway equipment.
• Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor.
• 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.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

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 crews and support 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:

• Assists in budget preparation for the section.
• Assists in issuing driveway permits and estimating the size of drainage pipes for driveways.
• Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges.
• Handles public complaints.
• Maintains records on materials, supplies and personnel.
• May assist with survey related activities.
• May operate light and heavy roadway equipment.
• Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor.
• 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.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general education

Experience:

6 years of experience 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.
• Commercial Driver Certificate
• Commercial Driver's License

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
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Incident management procedures
• Inventory/stock control procedures
• Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials
• Budgeting methods and procedures
• Scheduling work assignments
• Using light highway equipment
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports