General Transportation Tech I, II, or III

Position Information

TxDOT's Ellis County is looking for a General Transportation Tech I, II, or III for the Area Office construction inspection based in Waxahachie, TX. A General Transportation Technician for construction inspection gets out in the field and oversee the construction of our roadways. We are looking for hard-working, dedicated individuals who enjoy learning new things and getting their hands dirty. Our current inspection projects include new roadway construction, bridge demolitions and replacements, farm-to-market rehabilitations, and various other roadway projects. If that sounds interesting to you, and you'd like to join our team and grow your career, please apply.

We offer company- sponsored CDL training with $0 upfront monetary commitment. Earn your full salary while training with lodging, transportation and per-diem provided if necessary.

Salary range for each position level.

Position Title

Salary Grade/Range

General Transportation Tech I

A16 - $40,918 - $61,130/year

General Transportation Tech II

A17 - $42,976 - $64,469/year

General Transportation Tech III

A18 - $45,521 - $71,055/year

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.

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

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 Tech I: Performs routine (Learning) transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: construction, maintenance, and/or material and process inspection; 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.

General Transportation Tech II: Performs moderately complex (Intermediate) transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: construction, contract maintenance, and 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 Tech III: Performs highly complex (Advanced) transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: construction, contract maintenance, and 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; 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: No education required.

Experience: GTT I = No experience required; GTT II = 1 year experience*; GTT 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 fulltime 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 license at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

General Transportation Tech I, II or III

• Communicate effectively
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures, and techniques
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Using basic mathematical fundamentals
• Maintaining a safe working relationship

Additional competencies for a GTT II and III to include:

• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations

Additional competencies for a GTT III to include:

• Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
• Plan review methods, processes, and procedures
• Using applicable electronic test equipment
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Standing-prolonged periods of time.
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
• 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.
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Talking- expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words.
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; received information by oral communication.

Conditions of Employment:

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 required to work hours other than M-F 8-5, including some weekends and holidays.