Roadway Maintenance Crew Chief- Marshall, TX

Texas Department of Transportation; Marshall (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Health premiums paid for full-time

Paid leave and holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Marshall, TX is seeking a Roadway Maintenance Crew Chief to lead a crew of maintenance technicians and equipment operators. You will coordinate daily work, resources, and schedules under the supervision of the maintenance section supervisor, with on-site response during emergencies.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a Class A CDL with N endorsement (or ability to obtain within 90 days), and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Class A CDL with N endorsement or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of transportation maintenance technicians and equipment operators.
• Schedule daily work assignments and supervise crew members.
• Oversee maintenance section operations and contract workers.
• Respond to emergencies and weather events; coordinate road/bridge maintenance as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Operate heavy equipment

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - Roadway Maintenance Crew Chief- Marshall, TX (2602383)

Job Description

Roadway Maintenance Crew Chief- Marshall, TX - ( 2602383 )

Position Information

TxDOT's Atlanta District is looking for a Roadway (Transportation) Maintenance Crew Chief in our Marshall, TX Maintenance Section. As a crew chief, you will coordinate equipment, materials, and personnel for roadway maintenance projects and work closely with the maintenance section supervisor. Experience gained in this position can provide opportunities for advancement within the department.

Minimum Salary

54,278.00

Maximum Salary

87,046.00

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations

Marshall Area Office/Maint Sec 300 EAST LOOP 390 N Marshall 75670

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 hours- 4, 10s - Monday - Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 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)

Leads a crew of transportation maintenance technicians and equipment operators performing skilled transportation maintenance activities. Reports to a maintenance section supervisor and assists in administration of the maintenance section. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as needed basis. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Serves as a lead worker by scheduling daily work assignments, serving as a resource for complex questions and troubleshooting of problems; presenting operational updates to the supervisor; providing input on team members' career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operational coverage.
• Assists in administration of the maintenance section.
• Oversees contract workers and coordinates applicable activities.
• Oversees the work of designated maintenance inspectors and sign technicians.
• Assists during accidents and emergency weather situations to sand bridges and roads, put-up warning signs, and organize response of crews.
• Performs some maintenance and repair on equipment and trains crew members on the use of equipment.
• Monitors materials testing and inventory of roadway maintenance materials.
• Maintains records on materials and equipment used and employee time sheets.
• Estimates and gathers materials and equipment necessary to complete assignments.
• Inspects roads while en route to and from job site and reports problems to supervisors.
• Operates light and heavy equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.

Experience:

5 years experience in roadway maintenance 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.

Licenses and Certifications:

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

Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

• Must have "N" CDL Endorsement or obtain within 90 days of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Class "A" CDL with "N" Endorsement

Knowledge of

• Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering, construction, and maintenance work
• Design, testing, and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and related structures
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Incident management procedures

Skill in

• Operating light and heavy highway equipment
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Maintaining a safe work environment

Ability to

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Other Attributes

• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
• Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to noise and vibration
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching bending, kneeling, crawling on various surfaces without falling
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
• 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.
• Must be able to