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Texas Department of Transportation
Transport Engineer Tech I or II
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A Transportation Engineer designs and maintains transportation systems such as roads, ports, airports, and bus or subway systems.
$91,819 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description
- Transport Engineer Tech I or II (2601747) Job Description Transport Engineer Tech I or II
- ( 2601747 ) Position Information TxDOT's Houston District is looking for a Transportation Engineer Tech I or II, based in our Montgomery Area Office.
Minimum Salary :
40,918.00Maximum Salary :
71,055.00Pay Basis :
Yearly FLSA Status :
Nonexempt Work Locations :
Montgomery County Ae/Maint 901 N FM 3083 Conroe 77303Travel :
No Shift :
Day Job Shift Details :
40 Hrs./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) Position Description Transportation Engineer Tech I Performs basic design work and calculations. Performs field work; uses automated systems. Design activity is overseen by a licensed professional engineer or registered architect who has final approval authority for projects. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details. Transportation Engineer Tech II Performs intermediate design work and calculations. Performs field work; uses automated systems and learns specialized procedures. Design activity is overseen by a licensed professional engineer or registered architect who has final approval authority for projects. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.Essential Duties:
Transportation Engineer Tech I Performs basic design work. Prepares field notes. Prepares quantity summaries, hydraulic and utility studies and right-of-way maps. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer Tech II Includes all essential duties listed for Transportation Engineer Tech I as well as: Performs intermediate design work. Prepares roadway design, traffic control, lighting, signal, and building plans. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:
Transportation Engineer Tech I Education :
High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.Experience :
No experience required. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time 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.Transportation Engineer Tech II Education :
High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.Experience :
2 Yrs. in Drafting, design, or plan preparation. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time 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.Competencies:
Transportation Engineer Tech I Some knowledge of: Intermediate design and hand and computer-aided drafting procedures Higher mathematics Proficient skill in: Performing basic design and drafting Training in a classroom, office, or field environment Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Transportation Engineer Tech II Includes all competencies listed for a Transportation Engineer Tech I as well as: Considerable knowledge of: Intermediate design and hand and computer-aided drafting procedures Higher mathematics Proficient skill in: Performing intermediate draftingPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Transportation Engineer Tech I and II Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection Required to wear protective gear- respirator, hard hat, or other devices Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Talking
- expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing
- perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication Repetitive Motion
- substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity
- work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Visual Acuity
- operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
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.