Transport Maint Crew Chief - Hereford

Taleo; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Paid leave

Health premiums

On-the-Job Training

Tuition support

Wellness program

Career development

Family-friendly

Job summary

TxDOT's Amarillo District is seeking a Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief for the Hereford Maintenance Office to lead a skilled crew and oversee daily maintenance operations on local roadways.

The role requires five years of roadway maintenance experience, a valid driver's license, and a Class A CDL. You will manage crews, estimate materials, operate light and heavy equipment, and ensure safety standards are met in all weather and emergency situations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 5 years of roadway maintenance experience, with substitution allowed by related education or training.
• Valid driver’s license and Class A CDL required at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Leads a crew of transportation maintenance technicians and equipment operators performing skilled maintenance activities.
• Oversees maintenance section operations and coordinates activities with supervisors.
• Estimates and gathers materials and equipment needed to complete assignments.
• Inspects roads en route to/from job sites and reports problems to supervisors.
• Maintains records on materials, equipment, and employee time sheets.
• Operates light and heavy equipment as required.

Skills

Leadership

Equipment operation

Communication

Inspection and reporting

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Transport Maint Crew Chief - Hereford (2602431)

Job Description

Transport Maint Crew Chief - Hereford - ( 2602431 )

Position Information

Looking for a career where you can make a real impact every single day? TxDOT's Amarillo District is looking for a Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief in our Hereford Maintenance Office. This role is the perfect blend of hands‑on work, teamwork, and the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping keep our community moving safely and smoothly. Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, this is your chance to work outdoors, learn valuable skills, operate cool equipment, and be part of a crew that takes pride in a job well done.

Minimum Salary

: 54,278.00

Maximum Salary

: 87,046.00 Anticipated Starting Salary : $70,800.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations

: Deaf Smith Co Maint Sec 3869 US HWY 385 Hereford 79045

Travel

: Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 hours/week; Monday - Thursday; Possible nights, weekends, holidays & hours other than 7-5:30 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.

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.

• Assists during accidents and emergency weather situations to sand bridges and roads and put up warning signs, and organize response of crews.
• Assists in administration of the maintenance section.
• 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.
• Inspects work performed by maintenance contractors.
• Maintains records on materials and equipment used and employee time sheets.
• Operates light and heavy equipment.
• Oversees contract workers and coordinates applicable activities.
• Oversees the work of designated maintenance inspectors and sign technicians.
• Performs some maintenance and repair on equipment and trains crew members on the use of 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. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of application

Extensive knowledge of

• Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

Considerable knowledge of

• Design, testing and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and related structures
• Incident management procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Operating light and heavy highway equipment
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
• Interpreting applicable information
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• 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 working 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 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
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
• Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• 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 report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.

Job

Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

State Job Title/s : Transportation Mntnce Spec VI State Job Code/s : 9310

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.

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.