Intern Support Technician - Yoakum District Headquarters

Txdot; Yoakum (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

TxDOT’s Yoakum District is seeking two Intern Support Techs to join the Yoakum District Headquarters in Yoakum, TX. The positions are year-round with one opening in the Yoakum Area Office and one in Business Services. The department emphasizes work-life balance and a broad benefits package.

Salary ranges from $18.00 to $22.00 per hour, nonexempt, with standard benefits. Typical duties include handling receptionist tasks, processing documents, assisting with inventory, and supporting confidential

Qualifications

• Must be a student in high school or enrolled in a college/university.
• Entry-level administrative duties in a public agency.
• Strong willingness to learn and support multiple office functions.

Responsibilities

• Performs entry-level administrative support work for the department.
• Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, and routes messages.
• Assists with inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintains files, records, and logs.
• Operates general warehousing duties such as stocking and issuing supplies.

Education

Student in high school or enrolled in college

Job description

Job Description

Position Information

TxDOT's Yoakum District is looking for two Intern Support Tech's to join us at the Yoakum District Headquarters located in Yoakum, Tx. This position is year round and has one opening in the Yoakum Area Office and one opening in Business Services. TDOT has a workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you are a talented and motivated professional interested in leading a team dedicated to maintaining the state's roadways, apply for this position!

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 an extensive wellness program, career development programs, retirement benefits, tuition assistance, and various other benefits. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at hidden_benefits.pdf (txdot.gov)

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

18.00

Maximum Salary

22.00

Pay Basis

Hourly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations

Yoakum District Headquarters 403 HUCK ST Yoakum 77995

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift

Day

Job Shift Details

40

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)

Performs entry-level administrative support work. Work involves performing a wide range of administrative and office support work for the department. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, routes messages, and/or serves as receptionist or front desk assistant.

Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.

Assists in performing inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment.

Assists in processing routine documents such as vouchers, personnel records, titles or registrations.

Assists with general warehousing duties such as stocking and issuing materials and supplies, maintaining records, and maintaining warehouse areas.

Disseminates information to the public.

Maintains files, records, and logs.

Maintains radio contact with field units and others.

Makes copies and distributes as instructed.

Opens, sorts, and distributes mail.

Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.

Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents created.

Runs errands as required.

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.

Other Conditions:

Must be at least 16 years of age, a student currently enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education to include a trade/vocational school.

Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes

Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs

Sitting - prolonged periods of time

Standing-prolonged periods of time

Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

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.

Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.

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 Act of 1990.