Maintenance Support Tech I - FTW District Maintenance

Texas Department of Transportation; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

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

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Administrative Assistant III for the Fort Worth District. The role involves reception duties, coordinating communications, handling inventories, and maintaining a wide range of office records and systems.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. No prior experience is required; responsibilities include scheduling, data entry, meetings, and procurement support.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.
• No experience required; experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone, evaluates requests, routes messages, and acts as receptionist.
• Assists district personnel with inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Maintains office files and records across multiple systems for personnel, finance, and procurement.
• Edits correspondence and documents for proper format, grammar and punctuation.

Skills

Office management practices

Automated record-keeping

Computer systems and applications

Communication with public

Attention to detail

Education

High School grad

Job description

State Job Title/s

Administrative Assistant III

Performs administrative support-related work in a maintenance office or district headquarters. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, routes messages, and/or serves as receptionist or front desk assistant.
• Assists district personnel with annual inventory of supplies, stockpiles and minor equipment.
• Conducts monthly spot inventories, verifies inventory findings, reconciles and coordinates with Business Services on adjustments needed.
• Edits correspondence, reports, forms, and documents for proper format, spelling, grammar, punctuation, typographical errors, syntax, style, sentence structure, content, and clarity.
• Maintains and updates office files/records/logs and a wide variety of automated systems in support of personnel, finance, budgeting, maintenance, inventory, contracts, purchasing, travel information, and/or permitting activities.
• Maintains radio contact with field units; responds to assists with emergency situations as required.
• Prepares statistical reports and verifies for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepares and distributes correspondence
• Maintains calendars for department personnel to include scheduling meetings, coordinating and making appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Processes receipts and invoices for payment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general education

Experience:

No Experience Required. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

• Office management practices and procedures
• Automated record-keeping methods
• Applicable computer systems and applications
• Roadway maintenance concepts, methods and procedures
• Inventory/stock control procedures
• Purchasing methods and procedures
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others
• Dealing courteously and effectively with the public
• Preparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; proofreading and reviewing documents for clarity and consistency
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reportsCommunicate effectively

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment for all positions.

Position Information

TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for one (1) Maintenance Office Support Tech I for our District Maintenance Office. This position keeps the office running day to day, assisting with phone calls, meetings, employee onboarding, orders and procurement, data entry, timesheets, and many other important functions. The ideal candidate is able to communicate and respond quickly and professionally via phone or email to members of the public, coworkers, and local government stakeholders.

Physical Work Location:

2501 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, Tx 76133

Salary:

Maintenance Support Tech I (A13): $35,439 - $52,388

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.

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)

Job:

Exec/Admin/Clerical/Legal

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

Job Level:

Non-Management

Job Posting:

Sep 4, 2026, 7:29:07 AM

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 for applicants