Maintenance Section Assistant - Georgetown Maintenance (Austin District)

Texas Department of Transportation; Georgetown (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid 100% for Full‑Ti"

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Wellness Program with Leave Incentives

Career Development and Advancement

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Georgetown, TX is seeking a Maintenance Section Assistant to support the Maintenance Section Supervisor by overseeing crews, coordinating daily activities and maintaining roadway safety standards. Strong leadership and independent work ability are essential for responding to emergencies.

The position requires 6 years of roadway maintenance experience, a valid Texas driver’s license, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.
• 6 YEARS of experience in roadway maintenance or construction related work; substitution allowed with college education or relevant training.
• Valid driver’s license; must drive state vehicle.
• Commercial Driver Certificate
• Commercial Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Assists in budget preparation for the section.
• Assists in issuing driveway permits and estimating drainage pipe sizes.
• Oversees the work of maintenance crews and contracted crews, including scheduling equipment, materials and personnel.
• Plans, coordinates and implements emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous spills.
• Handles public complaints.
• Inspects road conditions and work progress.
• Leads transportation maintenance crews and support staff.
• Ensures operations in supervisor’s absence.
• Schedules daily work assignments; reviews complex questions; assists in career development discussions; approves leave requests.
• Performs other duties as assigned; operates a state vehicle.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Scheduling

Public relations

Incident management

Training

Safety procedures

Coordination

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Handles public complaints

State Job Title/s

Transportation Mntnce Spec VII

Essential Duties

• Assists in budget preparation for the section
• Assists in issuing driveway permits and estimating the size of drainage pipes for driveways
• 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
• Assists with planning, coordinating and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous spills affecting area roadways
• Handles public complaints
• Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress and work completed by the crews and contractors
• Leads the work of transportation maintenance crews and support staff
• Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor
• Serves as a lead worker by scheduling daily work assignments, serving as a resource for complex questions and troubleshooting problems; presenting operational updates to the supervisor; providing input on team members’ career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operational coverage
• Performs other job duties as assigned. This position requires driving a state vehicle

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
• Commercial Driver's License

Competencies

• Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
• Materials used in highway/bridges construction and maintenance
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Incident management procedures
• Scheduling work assignments
• Public relations for maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal external
• Leading, assigning, reviewing and monitoring the work of others
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• Maintain a safe and effective working relationship with others

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
• Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

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

All Signs Point to TxDOT!

TxDOT's Austin District is looking for one Maintenance Section Assistant based in Georgetown, Texas. In this role, you will support the Maintenance Section Supervisor by overseeing maintenance crews and contractors, coordinating daily work activities, and maintaining roadway safety standards. The position requires strong leadership skills, the ability to work independently, and readiness to respond to emergency situations as needed. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in transportation maintenance, crew leadership, and operational coordination.

Salary Plan/Grade

Maintenance Section Assistant: A22 ($57,614.00 - $93,138.00/yearly)

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

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.

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