District Sign Technician I or II - Mineola

Texas Department of Transportation; Mineola (TX); Presencial; USD 41.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Retirement Plans

Flexible work schedules

Paid leave and holidays

Health premiums paid for full-time

On-the-job training

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Career development

Family-friendly policies

Descripción de la vacante

Texas Department of Transportation in Mineola seeks District Sign Technician I or II to install, repair, and maintain traffic signs, delineators, and related equipment. The role includes inventory management, sign foundation work, and operating sign-truck equipment in support of district maintenance tasks.

The position requires CDL eligibility/holding, physical readiness, and adherence to MUTCD standards. The work entails day shifts with occasional travel and a strong emphasis on safety and

Formación

• District Sign Tech I: no experience or education required.
• District Sign Tech II: 1 year sign installation/repair, roadway maintenance, construction, transportation engineering support, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience.
• Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications: related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year-per-year basis.

Responsabilidades

• Assists transportation maintenance crews with maintenance-related work as required; may respond to assist with emergency situations/conditions.
• Mixes and places concrete for sign support foundations; moves cement bags and other items related to these duties.
• Operates a boom and bucket truck and/or specialized sign truck to install roadway signs.
• Performs and maintains inventory of signs.
• Performs preventative maintenance on sign truck.
• Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.
• Repairs and installs signs, supports, foundations and delineators in accordance with MUTCD and other departmental guidance.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Conocimientos

Sign installation

Road maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Educación

Related college education

Herramientas

Sign installation tools

Descripción del empleo

District Sign Technician I or II - Mineola (2602886)

Position Information

TxDOT’s Tyler District is looking for a District Sign Technician II or III in the Mineola Maintenance Office. Join TxDOT and build a career as big as TEXAS!

In the TxDOT Tyler District, we have three core values: Improve our safety, Value our employees, and preserve our assets. We also strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life.

Salary Range

• District Sign Technician I: (A16) $40,918 - $61,130
• District Sign Technician II: (A17) $45,521 - $71,055

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.

Minimum Salary

40,918.00

Maximum Salary

64,468.95

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations

Mineola Area Engr/Maintenace 205 NE LOOP 564 Mineola 75773

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 hours/week days Location Flexibility : Onsite

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)

District Sign Technician I

Performs entry-level transportation related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators in a district. Work includes maintaining inventory and records of signs and materials and using specialized tools and equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and standard practices and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

District Sign Technician II

Performs skilled transportation-related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators in a district. Work includes maintaining inventory and records, ordering of signs and materials, and using specialized tools and equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

The essential duties for a District Sign Tech I include

• Assists transportation maintenance crews with maintenance-related work as required; may respond to assist with emergency situations/conditions.
• Mixes and places concrete for sign support foundations; moves cement bags and other items related to these duties.
• Operates a boom and bucket truck and/or specialized sign truck to install roadway signs.
• Performs and maintains inventory of signs.
• Performs preventative maintenance on sign truck.
• Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.
• Repairs and installs signs, supports, foundations and delineators in accordance with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and other departmental guidance.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

District Sign Tech II include those duties listed above, and

• Conducts nighttime luminaire inspections to ensure reflectivity of signs, delineators, stripping, and retroreflective pavement markers (RPMs)
• Assists transportation maintenance crew with maintenance-related work as required; may respond to assist with emergency situations/conditions.
• Inspects roadways to identify sign and delineator deficiencies and recommend repairs.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

District Sign Tech I: No experience or education required.

District Sign Tech II: 1 YEAR Sign installation and/or repair, roadway maintenance, construction, transportation engineering support, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience.

(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 at time of application. 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 120 calendar days from date of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial Driver’s License at time of application
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Traffic Control Standard Sheets
• The Sign Crew Field Book
• The Guide to Proper Location and Installation of Signs and Other Devices
• Installing and repairing signs
• Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
• Maintaining a safe working environment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

- Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour

- 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

- Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc

- Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling

- Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist

- Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)

- Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another

- Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

• 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.

Job

Job: Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops

Schedule

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type

Job Type: Standard

Job Level

Job Level: Non-Management

Job Posting

Job Posting: Oct 29, 2026, 4:21:20 PM

Unposting Date

Unposting Date: Nov 16, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s : Transportation Mntnce Spec II/I State Job Code/s : 9306/9305

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.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

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.