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Texas Department of Transp.
General Engineering Tech I or II - Bryan HQ
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A General Engineering Technician or Technologist implements designs created by engineers to build products, machines or prototypes for manufacturing, install technical systems, or manage a production or construction process. May direct engineering technicians.
$75,095 / year median in Texas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description
- General Engineering Tech I or II
- Bryan HQ (2601939) Job Description General Engineering Tech I or II
- Bryan HQ
- ( 2601939 ) Position Information TxDOT's Bryan District is looking for an General Engineering Tech I or II based in our Traffic Section in Bryan.
Salary Grade General Engineering Tech I:
$48,244- $76,028
General Engineering Tech II:
$51,518- $81,351
Minimum Salary :
48,244.00Maximum Salary :
76,028.00Pay Basis :
Yearly FLSA Status :
Nonexempt Work Locations :
Bryan District Headquarters 2591 NORTHEARL RUDDER FREEWAY
Bryan 77803Travel :
Yes, 10 % of theTime Shift :
Day Job Shift Details :
40Location 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) Position Description Performs and coordinates advanced transportation engineering operations or maintenance support work such as construction and/or complex maintenance contract inspection; light and heavy equipment operation; roadway maintenance; traffic control; helping the public during emergency situations; and training other employees. May serve as a lead worker. 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.Essential Duties:
Reviews and coordinates with area engineers on monthly and final estimates, field changes, supplemental agreements, extra work orders and revised estimates of quantities. Identifies, analyzes, and implements solutions for complex maintenance problems. Inspects construction and routine and non-routine contract maintenance methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build and maintain roadways, bridges, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications. 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. Monitors and/or maintains construction records to ensure contractors comply with federal requirements regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, on-the-job training programs, the Historically Underutilized Business and the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise programs. Performs detail design and quantity checks for plans, specifications, and estimate (PS&E). Reviews and assists in the development of traffic control plans, coordinates with law enforcement agencies, monitors lane closures at construction sites, documents changes in the traffic control setup and coordinates with the Public Information Officer. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Additional Duties forGeneral Engineering Tech II:
Assists Traffic Engineer in planning and coordinating Traffic Section operations. Consults with contractors' superintendent on work progress and maintenance problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.Minimum Qualifications:
Education :
High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.Experience:
General Engineering Tech I:
4 yearsGeneral Engineering Tech II:
6 years Experience must be in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions forMinimum Qualifications Licenses and Certifications :
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.Valid Commercial Driver's License Competencies:
Extensive Knowledge Of:
The Texas Manual onUniform Traffic Control Devices Considerable Knowledge Of:
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements.Proficient Skill In:
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements. Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines. Analyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical data. Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems.Some Skill In:
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of othersPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive readingConditions 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.