Maint Section Assistant I, II or III

Texas Department of Transportation•Crane, TX

About The Position

Maintenance Section Assistant I/II/III Assists a Maintenance Section Supervisor in overseeing work completed by the crews and contractors, which provides a safe driving thoroughfare within a designated geographical area. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as-needed basis. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor. Essential Duties: Maintenance Section Assistant I: Assists in budget preparation for the section. Assists the maintenance section supervisor in overseeing the work of the section and contracted crews including scheduling equipment, material, and personnel necessary for section projects. Assists with planning, coordinating, and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous spills affecting area roadways. Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines. Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress, and work completed by the crews and contractors. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor. Maintenance Section Assistant II: Assists in budget preparation for the section. Assists in issuing driveway permits and estimating the size of drainage pipes for driveways. Assists the maintenance section supervisor in overseeing the work of the section and contracted crews including scheduling equipment, material, and personnel necessary for section projects. Assists with planning, coordinating, and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous spills affecting area roadways. Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines. Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress, and work completed by the crews and contractors. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff. Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor. Trains employees on the use of equipment and procedures. Maintenance Section Assistant III: Assists in budget preparation for the section. Assists in issuing driveway permits and estimating the size of drainage pipes for driveways. Assists the maintenance section supervisor in overseeing the work of the section and contracted crews, including scheduling equipment, materials, and personnel necessary for section projects. Assists with planning, coordinating, and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous spills affecting area roadways. Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges. Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines. Handles public complaints. Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress, and work completed by the crews and contractors. Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical, and clerical staff. Responsible for operations of the section in the absence of the supervisor. Trains employees on the use of equipment and procedures.

Requirements

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
5 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work for Maintenance Section Assistant I
6 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work for Maintenance Section Assistant II
7 years in roadway maintenance or construction related work for Maintenance Section Assistant III
Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License without transmission restrictions and an "N" endorsement.
Must be able to report for duty within 30 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Assists in budget preparation for the section.
Assists the maintenance section supervisor in overseeing the work of the section and contracted crews including scheduling equipment, material, and personnel necessary for section projects.
Assists with planning, coordinating, and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous spills affecting area roadways.
Ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines.
Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress, and work completed by the crews and contractors.
Leads the work of Transportation Maintenance Crew Chiefs, technical and clerical staff.
Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor.
Assists in issuing driveway permits and estimating the size of drainage pipes for driveways.
Trains employees on the use of equipment and procedures.
Completes reports on damaged railings and bridges.
Handles public complaints.