Transportation Specialist III

Texas Department of Transportation; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to maintaining safe and efficient transportation systems. As a Transportation Specialist III, you will play a crucial role in overseeing operations, ensuring safety compliance, and leading a team of inspectors. This position offers a unique opportunity to work independently while addressing critical transportation challenges. With a commitment to work-life balance and a comprehensive benefits package, this role is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their community. If you are passionate about transportation and eager to contribute to public safety, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

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

Career Development Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in transportation design and construction.
• Knowledge of safety standards and bridge inspection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance operations and coordinate with contractors.
• Inspect road conditions and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Transportation Design

Construction Management

Traffic Operations

Bridge Inspection

Public Relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Heavy Roadway Equipment

Safety Equipment

Job description

Job Description - Transportation Specialist III (2500787)

Position Information

West Dallas County Maintenance Section is seeking a Transportation Specialist III to support the Maintenance Supervisor in overseeing the day-to-day operations within the maintenance section, which provides safe thoroughfare for Dallas County. This role also involves leading Maintenance Contract Inspectors. The position requires responding to emergency notifications as needed. Employees in this role work independently on assigned tasks, but any unusual issues are escalated to the supervisor.

Title/Grade/Salary: Transportation Specialist III: (B21) B21: $54,278 - $87,046

Minimum Salary

54,278.00

Maximum Salary

87,046.00

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

M - F, 40 hours per week

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)

Responsibilities

Provides technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving multiple design and/or advanced building construction projects, construction of transportation systems, traffic operations, maintenance of highways and facilities, or bridge inspection and appraisal in accordance with Department standards. Assists with project planning and oversight, and the development of policies and procedures for area of responsibility. Work requires contact with governmental officials, consultants, contractors and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

• Assists the maintenance section supervisor in overseeing the work of the section in house and contracted crews including scheduling equipment, material, and personnel necessary for section projects.
• Assists with planning, coordinating, and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous spills affecting area roadways.
• Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines.
• Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress, and work completed by the crews and contractors.
• Leads the work of Maintenance Roadway Inspectors, technical and clerical staff.
• May operate light and heavy roadway equipment.
• Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor.
• Trains employees on the use of equipment and procedures.
• Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Experience

5 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

Licenses and Certifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of bridge structures and maintenance/repair methods.
• Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work.
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Incident management procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others.
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management.
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise and vibration
• Subject to hazards - moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places, heat, and 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.
• 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 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.
• For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.
• Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
• Must have current State issued Noncommercial Political Pesticide Applicator License
• Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an "N" Tank endorsement

Job Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Mar 18, 2025, 1:57:01 PM

Unposting Date

May 1, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s: Engineering Specialist IV State Job Code/s: 2130

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.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
MOS Codes

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.