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Job Description•Roadway Maintenance Tech I, II or III (General Transp Tech
I/II/III
) (2601242) Job Description Roadway Maintenance Tech I, II or III (General Transp Tech I/II/III
)•( 2601242 ) Position Information Do you like to work outside? Are you self-motivated? Are you looking to grow and/or obtain additional skills in highway maintenance work? TxDOT's Austin District is looking for one Roadway Maintenance Tech (General Transportation Tech) I, II, or III, based out of our Fredericksburg Maintenance Office. This position will perform routine work related to transportation activities such as construction inspection, routine and contract maintenance inspection, bridge inspection and record keeping, roadway maintenance and repair, light and heavy equipment operation, preventive and minor maintenance on equipment, traffic control, assisting the public during emergency situations, and training other employees. Recruitment Bonus Available! You may qualify for a one-time recruitment bonus up to $5000 if you have a Class "A" CDL License (preferably with no transmission restrictions) at time of hire. You must maintain 12-months of continuous employment with TxDOT and meet all other conditions. Current and Previous permanent employees (does not include Summer Internships) do not qualify for the Recruitment Bonus. CDL Training Available! 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! We have a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, apply for this position! Watch the Video! For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Hidden Benefits This position is for one Roadway Maintenance Techs I, II, or III (General Transportation Tech I, II, or III). 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. Salary Plan/Grade:
Roadway Maintenance/General Transportation Tech I:
A16 ($40,918.00•$61,130.00/yearly) Roadway Maintenance/General Transportation Tech II:
A17 ($42,976.00•$64,469.00/yearly) Roadway Maintenance/General Transportation Tech III:
A18 ($45,521.00•$71,055.00/yearly) Physical Work Locations:
Fredericksburg:
1623 E Main Street, Fredericksburg, Tx 78624 Minimum Salary :
40,918.00 Maximum Salary :
71,055.00 Pay Basis :
Yearly FLSA Status :
Nonexempt Work Locations :
Gillespie Co Sub Ae/Maint Sect 1623 E MAIN STREET
Fredericksburg 78624 Travel :
Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift :
Day Job Shift Details :
40-hour work week•(4) 10-Hour Days, Mon-Thurs Location Flexibility :
Onsite Location Flexibility Details :
Hours of operation may vary 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 This position p erforms routine transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: 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. Essential Duties:
The essential duties for the General Transportation Tech I include: Determines placement of traffic control devices and installs/moves devices. Inspects barricades to ensure compliance with barricade standards. Maintains picnic and rest areas, rights-of-way, maintenance yards and comfort stations. Mows rights-of-way and picnic and rest areas; performs plant and landscape maintenance including trimming trees and brush. Assists with inspecting 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. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned Additional duties for General Transportation Tech II include: Inspects 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. Identifies, analyzes, and implements solutions for complex maintenance problems. Inspects materials, equipment, and production procedures in a manufacturing plant or at point of supply to ensure construction materials meet Department specifications. Works on a survey crew; operates survey instruments such as theodolite, transit and level, electronic distance meter, and total survey station. Additional duties for General Transportation Tech III include: 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. May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications. Trains other employees. Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
No education required. Experience:
Roadway Maintenance Tech I (GTT I) = No experience required Roadway Maintenance Tech II (GTT II) = 1 year experience• Roadway Maintenance Tech III (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. Must obtain a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License within 12 months from date of employment. Currently Military or Veterans:
US Military CDL Equivalent Conditions of Employment:
US Military License candidates must successfully obtain Texas Class "A" CDL within 120 days of employment (or whatever number of days deemed appropriate, I.e., 30, or 60 days). Military Skills Test Waiver. https:
//www.fmcsa.dot.gov/military-skills-test-waiver Preferred Qualifications:
Licenses and Certifications:
Commercial Driver's License (preferably with no transmission restrictions) Competencies:
The required competencies for the Roadway Maintenance Tech (General Transportation Tech I, II or III) include: Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work The use of applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade The use of light and heavy highway equipment Maintaining a safe working relationship with others Follow verbal and written instructions Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes Prioritizing and organizing work assignments Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures Conditions of Employment:
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions. 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. Job :
Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops Schedule :
Full-time Employee Status :
Regular Job Type :
Standard Job Level :
Non-Management Job Posting :
Jun 3, 2026, 5:33:12 PM Unposting Date :
Ongoing State Job Title/s :
Transportation Mntnce Spec I/II/III
State Job Code/s :
9305/9306/9307 Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes . Applicant Information The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990. Additional Applicant Information for applicants
