Transport Maint Crew Chief - Marlin (Waco District)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedules

Paid leave and holidays

Health premiums paid for full-time

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief to lead a skilled crew in Falls County, guiding transportation maintenance operations and assisting with section administration. This role responds to emergencies and collaborates with private entities to ensure reliable infrastructure, acting independently while elevating complex issues as needed.

The position requires CDL Class A with N endorsement, a valid driver's license, and five years of roadway maintenance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years roadway maintenance experience.
• Substitutions for experience allowed with college or technical training.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew performing skilled transportation maintenance activities.
• Respond to accidents and weather emergencies and organize crew response.
• Estimate and gather materials and equipment for assignments.
• Inspect roads and report problems to supervisors.
• Operate light and heavy equipment.
• Train crew on equipment use.

Skills

Roadway maintenance

Emergency response

Leadership

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Heavy equipment

Hand tools

Job description

State Job Title/s

Transportation Mntnce Spec VI

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.

Essential Duties

• 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
• Operates light and heavy equipment
• 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) with 'N' endorsement code at time of application.

Competencies

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

• Incident management procedures
• Inventory/stock control procedures

Expert skill in

• Operating light and heavy highway equipment

Proficient skill in

• 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 working environment
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to exreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibrationSubject to atomospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
• Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oiles and other cutting fluids
• Required to wear protectove gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia
• Works in narrow aisles or passageways
• 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
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts
• Close Visual Acuity - using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
• Visual Acuity - operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills
• Visual Acuity - operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Conditions of Employment

• 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 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
• Must maintain regular and dependable attendance and adhere to established work schedules.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays, as required.
• Must be willing and able to work beyond regularly scheduled hours when operational needs require.
• Must participate in a rotating on-call schedule, when applicable to the position.
• Must wear employer-provided personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

Position Information

Join our team in this lead role as a Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief out of Falls County and take the lead in guiding a dedicated crew of skilled technicians and equipment operators! In this role, you’ll ensure smooth and efficient transportation maintenance operations while assisting with the administration of the maintenance section. You’ll be crucial in responding to emergency situations, playing a vital part in maintaining our community’s infrastructure. Collaborating with private entities, you’ll foster strong relationships and help drive successful outcomes. Independent and proactive, you’ll take on assignments with confidence and know when to elevate complex issues.

Salary

• Monthly: $4,523.16 - $4,253.86
• Yearly: $54,278 - $87,046

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

Job Posting

Aug 21, 2026, 3:50:39 PM

State Job Title/s

Transportation Mntnce Spec VI

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