Texas Department of Transportation
General Transp Tech II, III-Special Crews Waco
Texas Department of Transportation, Waco, Texas, United States, 76796
Position Information
TxDOT's Waco District Special Jobs (Concrete Crew) is looking for a General Tech II or III, who wants to combine their knowledge and expertise of transportation maintenance to improve the condition of our roadways. Special Jobs duties range from roadway maintenance, operating heavy equipment, concrete bridge repair, concrete spall repairs, flow-able fill, brush cleaning and much more. If you are interested in making roadways safer for your friends and family, then we encourage you to apply!
Salary/ Plan Grade:
General Transportation Tech. II: A17 $42,976 - $64,469 / Yearly
General Transportation Tech III: A18 $45,512- $71,055 / Yearly
We offer company sponsored CDL training. Earn your full salary while training with lodging, transportation and per-diem provided, if necessary. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs. TxDOT offers great employee benefits and boasts one of the top safety cultures in the heavy civil industry.
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 PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 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)
Position Description
General Transportation Technician II (Special Concrete Crews): 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.
General Transportation Technician III (Special Concrete Crews): 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.
Essential Duties:
General Transp. Tech II
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 construction project records and/or bridge inspection records; processes related paperwork; reviews files for compliance with the bridge inspection Manual of Procedures.Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs highly skilled roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products.Inspects routine and non-routine 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.Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required.Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.Move/picks up litter and roadway debris.Mows rights-of-way and picnic and rest areas; performs plant and landscape maintenance including trimming trees and brush.Operates complex heavy equipment such as a motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, and profiling/milling machine.Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a half cubic yards or more, tractor-trailer haul truck, large dragline, shovel, paint striper, and dump truck.Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower.Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment and completes various required reports including time-keeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, and PMI.Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.General Transp. Tech III: In addition to the above
Inspects 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.May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.Trains other employees.Provides support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; and provides assistance to stranded motorists.Identifies, analyzes, and implements solutions for complex maintenance problems.Maintains picnic and rest areas, rights-of-way, maintenance yards and comfort stations.Move/picks up litter and roadway debris.Reviews proposed construction plans, specifications, and estimate (PS&E) and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, policies, procedures, and design guidelines.Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/ tools, materials and products.Minimum Qualifications:
General Transp. Tech II
Experience : 1 year 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 for year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
General Transp. Tech III:
Experience : 2 years 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 for year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications :
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.General Transp. Tech II Must obtain a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License or have obtained a CDL "A" License, within 90 calendar days from date of employment.
General Transp. Tech III Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of application, with "N" endorsement within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Commercial Driver's LicenseCompetencies:
General Transp. Tech II
Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work.Applicable inspection methods, procedures, and techniquesMaterials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance.The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control DevicesBasic vehicle mechanics, maintenance, and repair proceduresApplicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codesApplicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirementsPlan review methods, processes, and procedures.Surveying/mapping methods, materials, and publication proceduresApplicable surveying procedures, standards, and instruments Proficient skill inUsing applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the tradeUsing basic mathematical fundamentalsCoordinating labor, materials, and equipment.Prioritizing and organizing work assignmentsUsing of light and heavy highway equipmentMaintaining a safe working relationshipUsing surveying tools, equipment, and instrumentsFollow verbal and written instructions.General Transp. Tech III: In addition to the above
Maintaining a safe working relationship.Using surveying tools, equipment, and instrumentsPublic relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and externalPerforming calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations.Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reportsUsing computers and applicable programs, applications, and systemsPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changesSubject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protectionSubject to inside and outside environmental conditionsSubject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.Subject to noiseSubject to vibrationSubject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicalsSubject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilationSubject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluidsRequired to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or another device.Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia.Works in narrow aisles or passagewaysSedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small toolsLight work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc.Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist.Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine.Crawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feetReaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any directionStanding-prolonged periods of timeWalking-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.Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different positionFingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand.Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palmFeeling-determining size, shape, temperature, or texture of objectsTalking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken wordsHearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication.Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingersClose 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 partsVisual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills.Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures.Conditions of E mployment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
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.
TxDOT's Waco District Special Jobs (Concrete Crew) is looking for a General Tech II or III, who wants to combine their knowledge and expertise of transportation maintenance to improve the condition of our roadways. Special Jobs duties range from roadway maintenance, operating heavy equipment, concrete bridge repair, concrete spall repairs, flow-able fill, brush cleaning and much more. If you are interested in making roadways safer for your friends and family, then we encourage you to apply!
Salary/ Plan Grade:
General Transportation Tech. II: A17 $42,976 - $64,469 / Yearly
General Transportation Tech III: A18 $45,512- $71,055 / Yearly
We offer company sponsored CDL training. Earn your full salary while training with lodging, transportation and per-diem provided, if necessary. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs. TxDOT offers great employee benefits and boasts one of the top safety cultures in the heavy civil industry.
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 PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 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)
Position Description
General Transportation Technician II (Special Concrete Crews): 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.
General Transportation Technician III (Special Concrete Crews): 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.
Essential Duties:
General Transp. Tech II
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 construction project records and/or bridge inspection records; processes related paperwork; reviews files for compliance with the bridge inspection Manual of Procedures.Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs highly skilled roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products.Inspects routine and non-routine 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.Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required.Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.Move/picks up litter and roadway debris.Mows rights-of-way and picnic and rest areas; performs plant and landscape maintenance including trimming trees and brush.Operates complex heavy equipment such as a motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, and profiling/milling machine.Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a half cubic yards or more, tractor-trailer haul truck, large dragline, shovel, paint striper, and dump truck.Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower.Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment and completes various required reports including time-keeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, and PMI.Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.General Transp. Tech III: In addition to the above
Inspects 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.May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.Trains other employees.Provides support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; and provides assistance to stranded motorists.Identifies, analyzes, and implements solutions for complex maintenance problems.Maintains picnic and rest areas, rights-of-way, maintenance yards and comfort stations.Move/picks up litter and roadway debris.Reviews proposed construction plans, specifications, and estimate (PS&E) and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, policies, procedures, and design guidelines.Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/ tools, materials and products.Minimum Qualifications:
General Transp. Tech II
Experience : 1 year 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 for year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
General Transp. Tech III:
Experience : 2 years 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 for year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications :
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.General Transp. Tech II Must obtain a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License or have obtained a CDL "A" License, within 90 calendar days from date of employment.
General Transp. Tech III Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of application, with "N" endorsement within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Commercial Driver's LicenseCompetencies:
General Transp. Tech II
Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work.Applicable inspection methods, procedures, and techniquesMaterials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance.The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control DevicesBasic vehicle mechanics, maintenance, and repair proceduresApplicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codesApplicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirementsPlan review methods, processes, and procedures.Surveying/mapping methods, materials, and publication proceduresApplicable surveying procedures, standards, and instruments Proficient skill inUsing applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the tradeUsing basic mathematical fundamentalsCoordinating labor, materials, and equipment.Prioritizing and organizing work assignmentsUsing of light and heavy highway equipmentMaintaining a safe working relationshipUsing surveying tools, equipment, and instrumentsFollow verbal and written instructions.General Transp. Tech III: In addition to the above
Maintaining a safe working relationship.Using surveying tools, equipment, and instrumentsPublic relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and externalPerforming calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations.Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reportsUsing computers and applicable programs, applications, and systemsPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changesSubject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protectionSubject to inside and outside environmental conditionsSubject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.Subject to noiseSubject to vibrationSubject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicalsSubject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilationSubject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluidsRequired to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or another device.Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia.Works in narrow aisles or passagewaysSedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small toolsLight work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc.Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist.Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine.Crawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feetReaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any directionStanding-prolonged periods of timeWalking-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.Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different positionFingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand.Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palmFeeling-determining size, shape, temperature, or texture of objectsTalking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken wordsHearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication.Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingersClose 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 partsVisual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills.Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures.Conditions of E mployment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
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.