Transportation Maint Tech I, II, or III

Texas Department of Transportation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedules

Paid leave and holidays

Health premiums paid for full-time

On-the-job training

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Career development

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Dallas is hiring Transportation Maintenance Tech I, II, or III to support sign shop operations and roadway maintenance. The role offers day shifts, 40 hours per week, and opportunities to operate light and heavy equipment while maintaining infrastructure.

Positions range from Tech I to Tech III with escalating duties, a strong emphasis on safety, and a recruitment bonus for current Class A CDL holders. Benefits include retirement plans and training programs.

Qualifications

• Dependable and safety-focused candidates with a strong mechanical background.
• Roles accommodate Tech I, II, or III with increasing responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists in identifying, repairing and installing signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; basic welding as needed.
• Assists with traffic control and setup of traffic devices.
• Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs roadway repairs and sign maintenance.
• Performs preventive maintenance and completes required reports.

Skills

Dependable

Safety-focused

Mechanical background

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description - Transportation Maint Tech I, II, or III (2602685)

Job Description

Transportation Maint Tech I, II, or III - ( 2602685 )

Position Information

Join our team as a Transportation Maintenance Technician and play a critical role in keeping our sign shop operating safely and efficiently. We are seeking dependable, safety-focused professionals with a strong mechanical background who are ready to grow their careers in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. Whether you are starting your career or bringing advanced technical expertise, we offer competitive pay, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to work with industry-leading equipment and professionals. If you take pride in quality work, value teamwork, and are committed to excellence.

RECRUITMENT BONUS AVAILABLE: Up to $5000 Recruitment Bonus available for current Class "A" CDL Holders (No transmission restrictions preferred)

Salary Range for each position level

Transportation Maintenance Tech I A16: $40,918 - $61,130 Transportation Maintenance Tech II A17: $42,976 - $64,469 Transportation Maintenance Tech III A18: $45,521 - $71,055

This position is for a Transportation Maintenance Tech I, II or III. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered on the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary

40,918.00

Maximum Salary

71,055.00

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations

Dallas District Headquarters 4777 EAST HIGHWAY 80 Mesquite 75150

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift

Day Job Shift Details : 40 hours, Monday-Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

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 Total Compensation Package website

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Transportation Maintenance Tech I: Performs routine transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: roadway maintenance and repair; light and heavy equipment operation; preventive and minor maintenance on equipment; traffic control; and helping the public during emergency situations. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Transportation Maintenance Tech II: Performs moderately complex transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: maintenance contract and/or material and process inspections; roadway maintenance and repair; light and heavy equipment operation; preventive and minor maintenance on equipment, traffic control; and helping the public during emergency situations. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Transportation Maintenance Tech III: Performs highly complex transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: contract maintenance and/or material and process inspection; roadway maintenance and repair; operates light and heavy equipment; preventative and minor maintenance on equipment; traffic control; helping the public during emergency situations; and training other employees. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

The essential duties for the Transportation Maintenance Tech I, II, III include:

• Assists in identifying, repairing and installing signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs basic welding as needed; as required uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products related to these activities.
• Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
• Determines placement of traffic control devices and installs/moves devices.
• Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.
• Move/picks up litter and roadway debris.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment and completes various required reports including timekeeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, and PMI.
• Assists with inspecting maintenance contract construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build and maintain roadways, bridges, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Additional duties for Transportation Maintenance Tech II include:

• Assists in inspecting traffic control devices and their placement at construction project sites for compliance with specifications for devices; safety laws, rules, regulations and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs skilled roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Additional duties for Transportation Maintenance Tech III include:

• May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.
• Trains other employees.
• Serves as the only maintenance contract inspector on a small project.
• Identifies, analyzes, and implements solutions for complex maintenance problems.
• Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Experience for Transportation Maintenance Tech (TMT):

TMT I = No experience required

TMT II = 1 year experience*

TMT III = 2 years experience*

*Experience must be in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related technical training or education from an accredited institution may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications .

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s