Field Technician: Transportation Maintenance I (Laredo)

Texas Department of Transportation; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work S</n>

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave

Career Development and Advancement

Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Laredo Maintenance is seeking a Transportation Maintenance Technician I to support roadway upkeep in the Laredo district. Work outdoors, learn hands-on skills, and contribute to safe travel.

No prior experience required; TxDOT provides training, benefits, and a team of more than 13,000 employees. Schedule Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm; onsite with 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of intermodal transportation construction and maintenance.
• Familiar with inspection methods and highway materials.
• Basic math skills and record-keeping abilities.
• Awareness of safety standards and use of tools and equipment.
• Ability to operate light and some heavy highway equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying, repairing and installing signs and posts.
• Assist local law enforcement at accident sites and assist stranded motorists.
• Determine placement of traffic control devices.
• Maintain highways and rights-of-way; erect/repair guard rails and signs.
• Operate light equipment such as front-end loader and street sweeper.

Skills

Intermodal knowledge

Inspection methods

Highway materials

Math fundamentals

Record keeping

Safety standards

Computers and software

Hand and power tools

Light/heavy equipment

Teamwork

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Laredo Maintenance is seeking a Transportation Maintenance Technician I to support roadway upkeep in the Laredo district. Work outdoors, learn hands-on skills, and contribute to safe travel.

No prior experience required; TxDOT provides training, benefits, and a team of more than 13,000 employees. Schedule Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm; onsite with 25% travel.