Maintenance Section Assistant - Amarillo E-Way

Texas Department of Transportation; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Career Development and Advancement

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation Amarillo District is seeking a Transportation Maintenance Specialist VII to assist the Maintenance Section Supervisor in overseeing roadway maintenance crews and contracted work, ensuring a safe driving thoroughfare within a designated geographical area. Leads the work of transportation maintenance crews and support staff and responds to emergencies as needed.

Ideal candidates are strong leaders who can work independently, coordinate crews, equipment and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six years of roadway maintenance or construction experience, substitution allowed with related college education or training on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to drive a state vehicle; CDL preferred.
• Substitutions for minimum qualifications may be allowed with college education or relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Assists in budget preparation for the section.
• Oversees work of the section and contracted crews including scheduling equipment, material and personnel.
• Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges.
• Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines.
• Handles public complaints.
• Leads the work of transportation maintenance crews and support staff.
• May operate light and heavy roadway equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Crew supervision

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Handles public complaints.
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

State Job Title/s

Transportation Mntnce Spec VII

Assists a Maintenance Section Supervisor in overseeing work completed by the crews and contractors, which provides a safe driving thoroughfare within a designated geographical area. Leads the work of transportation maintenance crews and support staff. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as needed basis. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties

• Assists in budget preparation for the section.
• Assists the maintenance section supervisor in overseeing the work of the section and contracted crews including scheduling equipment, material and personnel necessary for section projects.
• Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges.
• Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines.
• Handles public complaints.
• Leads the work of transportation maintenance crews and support staff.
• May operate light and heavy roadway equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent in general education

Experience

6 years of experience in roadway maintenance or construction related work (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. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Commercial Driver Certificate
• Class A Commercial Driver's License

Competencies

Extensive knowledge of

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

Considerable knowledge of

• Incident management procedures
• Inventory/stock control procedures
• Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials

Proficient skill in

• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

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
• Works in narrow aisles or passageways
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts

Conditions of Employment

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• 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

Position Information

We're hiring a Maintenance Section Assistant for our E-Way Maintenance Section in the Amarillo District. Step into a key leadership role, helping oversee roadway maintenance operations that keep the traveling public safe. In this position, you'll support the Maintenance Section Supervisor by coordinating crews, providing day-to-day guidance, and ensuring work is completed efficiently across a designated service area. Ideal candidates are strong leaders who can work independently, respond to emergency situations when needed, and serve as a trusted resource for maintenance staff while making a meaningful impact on their community.

Benefits And Perks

• 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)

Job

Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Aug 26, 2026, 4:22:40 PM

State Job Title/s

Transportation Mntnce Spec VII

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.

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Applicant Information

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.

Additional Applicant Information