Intern Support Technician - Alpine, Presidio, Van Horn

Position Information

Attention High School, College Students, and Trade/Vocational students! TxDOT's El Paso District is looking for part-time employees to join our El Paso District maintenance offices in Alpine, Presidio, and Van Horn as an intern. This internship position will assist our maintenance offices in their daily operations with administrative and office support work. This is a great part time, entry-level position that can help you gain valuable experience to help jump start your career.

Salary Range:

Intern Support Tech - A11 - $21.44/Hr.

Location designation will be determined at time of hire:

• Alpine Area Office: 2400 N HWY 118, Alpine, TX, 79830
• Van Horn Area Office: 2101 VAN HORN DR, Van Horn, TX, 79855
• Presidio Area Office: 200 EAST FM 170, Presidio, TX, 79845

Apply today!

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)

Position Description

Performs entry-level administrative support work. Work involves performing a wide range of administrative and office support work for the department. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, routes messages, and/or serves as receptionist or front desk assistant.
• Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Assists in performing inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Assists in processing routine documents such as vouchers, personnel records, titles or registrations.
• Maintains files, records, and logs.
• Maintains radio contact with field units and others.
• - 05758: Makes copies and distributes as instructed.
• Opens, sorts, and distributes mail.
• Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.
• Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents created.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School / Entry Summer in recommended high school plan.

Work Experience: - NONE None Required.

(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Other Conditions:

• Must be at least 16 years of age, a student currently enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education to include a trade/vocational school.
• Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools.
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Sitting - prolonged periods of time.
• Standing-prolonged periods of time.
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading.

Competencies:

• Research and analysis methodologies.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data.
• Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management.
• Preparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; proofreading and reviewing documents for clarity and consistency.
• Using standard office equipment.
• The use of computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems.
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures.
• Protects sensitive and confidential information.

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT