Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief

Texas Department of Transportation; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief to lead a maintenance crew, coordinate resources, and ensure safe roadway operations. The role involves supervising daily tasks, equipment use, and collaboration with the Maintenance Section Supervisor.

Qualified candidates have 5 years of roadway maintenance experience, a valid Class A CDL (or obtain within 120 days), and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.
• 5 years' experience in roadway maintenance related work or equivalent substituted by education/training.
• Must have a Class A CDL or obtain within 120 calendar days from date of employment.

Responsibilities

• Leads a crew of transportation maintenance technicians and equipment operators to perform skilled maintenance tasks.
• Estimates and gathers materials and equipment for assignments.
• Inspects roads en route and reports issues to supervisors.
• Operates light and heavy equipment.
• Trains crew on equipment use and provides input on career development and leave approvals.
• Coordinates daily work assignments and serves as a resource for problem solving.

Skills

Leadership

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Light/Heavy equipment operation

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 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.
• 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.
• 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) or have obtained a Class \"A\" CDL, within 120 calendar days from date of employment.

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:
• Design, testing and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and related structures
• Incident management 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
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to noise
• Subject to hazards - moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Kneeling - bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
• Reaching - extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Fingering - picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing - perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Close Visual Acuity - using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
• Visual Acuity - operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Conditions of Employment

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• 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.

Position Information

TxDOT is looking for a motivated and driven Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief to join the team at the North Harris Maintenance Office. This exciting entry-level leadership opportunity allows you to play a vital role in maintaining safe and reliable roadways while building a rewarding career with TxDOT. In this position, you will coordinate personnel, equipment, and materials for roadway maintenance projects, work closely with the Maintenance Section Supervisor, and help lead daily operations that make a direct impact on the traveling public. Strong communication skills, basic computer proficiency, and a commitment to teamwork and customer service are essential, as you'll regularly interact with coworkers and the public through phone and email. If you're ready to develop your leadership skills, make a difference in your community, and take advantage of excellent growth and advancement opportunities, the North Harris Maintenance Office is the place to start your next career journey with TxDOT.

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)

Job

Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Aug 20, 2026, 12:12:12 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