Highway Maintenance Technician Day Shift- North Austin, TX

Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free PPE and safety gear

Ongoing training and career growth

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. seeks full-time Roadway Maintenance Technicians to join a hands-on outdoor team that maintains highways, drainage systems, signs, and safety devices.

You’ll work with a crew on active roadways, responding to incidents and emergencies while adhering to MOT safety standards. Experience in highway maintenance or related skilled labor is preferred; CDL, MOT/traffic control certifications, and equipment operation skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; valid driver’s license and clean record.
• Comfort with operating outdoor equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and work in high-traffic roadside environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform roadway maintenance and emergency response on active highways and roadways.
• Install, repair, and replace guardrails, signs, and safety devices; repair potholes and pavement.
• Maintain drainage systems, perform vegetation management, and assist with snow/ice removal.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Skid Steer

Loader

Roller

Forklift

Tractors

Job description

Roadway Maintenance Technician

Help Keep Roads Safe for the Traveling Public

Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. (Jorgensen) has been a leader in highway infrastructure maintenance and operations for more than 65 years. Our teams work every day to keep highways, bridges, roadways, drainage systems, signs, guardrails, and roadside assets safe and operational.

We are currently seeking full-time Roadway Maintenance Technicians to join our roadway maintenance team. This is a hands‑on position for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, solving problems, and contributing directly to public safety.

What You'll Actually Do

No two days are exactly the same. As a Highway Maintenance Technician, you'll work as part of a crew performing roadway maintenance and emergency response activities on active highways and roadways.

Typical duties include:

• Picking up debris, litter, and roadway hazards that could impact driver safety
• Installing, repairing, and replacing guardrail, signs, delineators, and other roadway safety devices
• Repairing potholes and pavement damage using asphalt and concrete materials
• Cleaning ditches, culverts, storm drains, and drainage systems to prevent flooding
• Removing damaged roadway infrastructure following vehicle impacts
• Mowing, trimming vegetation, clearing brush, and maintaining highway rights‑of‑way
• Setting up traffic control devices, cones, signs, and lane closures to protect work zones
• Responding to vehicle accidents, severe weather, flooding, and other roadway emergencies
• Assisting with snow and ice removal operations, including plowing, spreading salt, and clearing ice during winter weather events
• Loading, unloading, and transporting materials, tools, and equipment
• Performing inspections and basic maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment
• Using smartphones and company applications to document completed work, report roadway conditions, and receive assignments

This position regularly works alongside live traffic and requires strict adherence to safety procedures and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) requirements.

What to Expect

This is not a warehouse or shop position. Successful candidates are comfortable:

• Working outdoors year‑round in heat, cold, rain, snow, humidity, and changing weather conditions
• Performing physically demanding work throughout the day
• Standing, walking, climbing, digging, lifting, carrying, and using hand tools
• Working near moving traffic and construction equipment
• Responding to emergency callouts when roadway conditions require immediate action
• Working occasional nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts during storms or emergency events
• Being part of an on‑call rotation

Highway maintenance is essential work that keeps roads safe and open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Preferred Background

We welcome applicants from a variety of skilled labor fields, including:

• Construction
• Roadway maintenance
• Landscaping
• Utilities
• Heavy civil construction
• Public works
• Warehousing and outdoor labor positions
• Snow removal operations

Experience Preferred

• Guardrail repair or installation
• Asphalt or concrete repairs
• Traffic control/MOT work
• Mowing and vegetation management
• Drainage maintenance
• Equipment operation (skid steer, loader, roller, forklift, tractors, etc.)
• Flagger, MOT, or Traffic Control certifications
• CDL A or CDL B License

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and power tools
• Ability to use a smartphone and mobile applications
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds repeatedly
• Ability to work safely in high‑traffic environments
• Adaptability to changing schedules and project needs
• Ability to pass pre‑employment background screening, MVR review, and controlled substance testing

Schedule

Full‑Time

Typical Schedule:

• Day Shift: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Monday through Friday
• Night Shift: 8:00 PM - 4:30 AM Sunday-Thursday

Additional Requirements:

• Participation in on‑call rotation
• Occasional night and weekend work
• Required availability during snow, ice, severe weather, and emergency response events

Pay

Starting pay is based on experience, licenses, certifications, and relevant highway maintenance skills.

• Entry‑level Highway Maintenance Technician: Starting at $18.50/hour
• Night Shift: $19+/hour
• Additional consideration for CDL holders and specialized roadway maintenance experience

Benefits

We provide:

• FREE PPE such as high visibility vest, steel toe boot voucher, safety glasses, gloves, and more.
• Access to safety equipment and tools for use during the workday. Once you get to the office, you ride/drive our company vehicles. No personal mileage needed.
• Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Options for Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage plans
• Employer sponsored Life Insurance & Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Optional Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Optional Critical Illness Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual bonus opportunities
• Pet Insurance Discounts

Why Join Us?

When drivers arrive home safely, roads stay open during storms, and hazards are removed before accidents occur. Our teams have made a difference. If you enjoy meaningful outdoor work, learning skilled trades, operating equipment, and being part of a team that keeps the transportation system functioning,

Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce. EOE/M/F/D/V