Roadside Incident Responder

Harris County Toll Road Authority; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Toll Road Authority is seeking an Incident Response Technician (IRT) to pro actively patrol the toll road system, identify stranded motorists, debris and hazards impacting safety or travel time. IRT assists with incident clearance, traffic control and remediation of minor spills.

Duties include daily patrols, assisting with breakdowns and minor repairs, towing vehicles, transporting patrons, and supporting the Incident Management Team while maintaining tools and equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1-3 years' experience, completes IRT training.
• Ability to work in assigned district with minimum supervision, completed NIMS training.

Responsibilities

• Patrol toll road system for potential hazards or stranded motorists.
• Change flat tires, perform minor vehicle repairs, give fuel and water.
• Tow vehicles to a safe location, transport stranded patrons, and maintain assigned equipment.
• Assist Incident Management Team with traffic hazards, debris on roadway and minor hazardous material spills.
• Monitor assigned toll road areas daily for hazards.
• Respond to major incidents affecting traffic movement as directed.
• Maintain necessary tools and equipment.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Good written and verbal communications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

IRT training

Job description

Harris County Toll Road Authority is seeking an Incident Response Technician (IRT) to pro actively patrol the toll road system, identify stranded motorists, debris and hazards impacting safety or travel time. IRT assists with incident clearance, traffic control and remediation of minor spills.

Duties include daily patrols, assisting with breakdowns and minor repairs, towing vehicles, transporting patrons, and supporting the Incident Management Team while maintaining tools and equipment.