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.
Essential Duties:
Assists during accidents and emergency weather situations to sand bridges and roads and put up warning signs and organize response of crews.
Estimates and gathers materials and equipment necessary to complete assignments.
Inspects roads while en route to and from job site and reports problems to supervisors.
Maintains records on materials 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.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education
Experience: 5 YEARS Roadway maintenance related work (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. No supervisory experience required. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
Must have a valid *Commercial Class "A" Driver License (CDL) at time of application with an N Endorsement, and with no restrictions - This position requires you to drive a state vehicle for TxDOT.
Competencies:
Extensive knowledge of:
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Considerable knowledge of:
Incident management procedures
Inventory/stock control procedures
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Operating light and heavy highway equipment
Proficient skill in:
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Maintaining a safe working environment
Ability to:
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Other Attributes:
Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to noise
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
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.
Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Walking- moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
Talking- expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Hearing- perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
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 30 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
Position Information
TxDOT's Abilene District is looking for a Highway Maintenance Crew Chief (Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief) for the Howard County Maintenance Office. If you are looking to build a career, you have come to the right place!
At TxDOT we strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life. We offer a wide array of programs and activities including compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance and many other benefits.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Hidden Benefits
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To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS ( Benefits-at-a-Glance )
Benefits And Perks
At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:
Low Turnover
Retirement Pension
Alternative Work Schedules
Paid Leave/Holidays
Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement
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)
Job
Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
Job Level
Non-Management
Job Posting
Jun 12, 2024, 4:56:39 PM
State Job Title/s
Transportation Mntnce Spec V
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.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
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.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Government Administration
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