manager

environmental specialist

engineering assistant

TXDOT

Note: The rating is based on ONE division, not the overall company.

TXDOT overall is an ok place to work, low pay but they provide great benefits. The people are the main reason I stayed. It honestly depends on what division/department you work for. Employed 4 years then moved on to another dept. The First 2 years in tech division were pretty good, as far as work-life balance, colleagues, and management. New leadership came into town and completely changed the environment, and not for the better. We went from a consistent weekly and telework schedule to cancel your plans because it is going to be a long weekend.....again. If this happened occasionally it would be fine but it was very consistent. We went from having 80 or so full-time people to nearly half in less than 3 months once the new directors came on board. That was my queue to move on but nope I stayed. Majority of people who left stayed in TXDOT but jumped ship and left the division; I still talk to many of them and they're VERY  glad they left. The energy and mood were very different; not in a positive way. People simply didn't want to be there, it was very easy to tell at the long uncomfortable daily meetings where everyone pretended to be glad to be there. That awkward silence when mgmt asks, "how's everyone doing" and no one answered just murmured. I'm sure you know what was on people's minds. Somehow most of the dept. turned into tech support; which is not what I and many others applied for or knew how to do; hence why so many people left. Imagine having to cancel family plans over and over again because you're on a call in case tech support is needed but remember, you didn't really sign up to be a tech support agent in the first place, so what gives? No thanks! Did I mention that they had a contractor providing full-time tech support that actually knew and enjoyed that role? Yes, but somehow we kinda fell into it or thrown into it is a better term. The tech environment is outdated for sure, many times I had to help people who had flip phones; imagine trying to innovate. There is no structure, and forget about work-life balance, you'll be on call on weekends trying to help people who are rude and impatient for the most part and believe you're a tech genie. But that's how it is when ALL the managers are new; they have something to prove I guess.  I moved on to a new dept. and is the TXDOT that I enjoy, I've been here 1 year and the mgmt got their stuff together and they actually respect your personal schedule. I'm much happier in my new division doing the job I ACTUALLY applied for; imagine that. Like I mentioned, its a good place but be aware of the division. you're in..chose carefully.

To answer indeed's "what did I learn" question. I learned that I'm not good nor enjoy being a tech support agent. But I felt my job and family's well being was in jeopardy if I declined to play tech support, so I played geek squad until I got the first chance to leave, and leave I did!

Worked in IT division for many, many years. I truly enjoyed what the agency represented and how we helped Texans. It was a joy for the majority of my career. They pay was fair, as expected but the folks here were great to work with. Like everything, things change. In my case it was management, ALL new management, not one had the experience of working here and they simply didn't understand that people here worked at TXDOT mainly because of the family environment. The evidence was in the large turn over in a short period of time of senior folks, many friends of mine who left; that's a red flag. It quickly went from being a family-oriented environment, much of what you would expect from a state agency to a "you don't have to like it here but if you show up do your job" environment. I was blessed to find another position within the agency and I can tell you its night and day. I don't mind the work at all but the lack of clear direction resulted in low morale and productivity, and frustration. There's nothing more frustrating than the consistent change of roles, responsibilities, and work schedules. Not kidding folks, I somehow landed in tech support and many weekend meetings which is not what I had in mind for my career. From day one in my new position, I worked with folks who've been here 10+ years, so they understood and embraced the environment and I started to enjoy my career again. If you really want to be an IT, I recommend working elsewhere at the least you will earn much more for the same amount of work I did here; just a suggestion. The agency overall is a great place to build a career. It just depends on what department you work with; makes a BIG difference long term.


Recently hired a few months ago and decided to share my experience since no one wants to be honest. TxDOT is losing employees daily both retirees and new hires. I stayed long enough to get a few checks in order to fully give it a chance. The employees are typically great people and the environment is usually warm and welcoming. The real problem are those at the top not willing to pay employees a living wage. My last check after basic needs are taken out was $2500. You only get paid once a month. To be clear the $2500 I receive was for my entire month salary. What exactly does TxDOT expect from employees making this poverty level wage? 

This is a symptom of old thinking and fossilized humans (old men) in-charge far too long. Imagine making this wage and having to decide between gas to get to work, food, car note, or rent for that month? My advice to the public is don’t apply, it’s a fallacy that you will be treated well at TxDOT when there will be moments you have no money for food and gas. Especially when they have the ability to help employees save money by allowing work from home more often. They don’t care!! Do yourself a favor and continue to search, there is something better. 

Great place to work if you are self motivated and have good work ethic, as this will dictate your compensation and advancement. No pressure from supervision and plenty of time off if you are responsible on job attendance. Plenty of holidays. Job is very safety oriented and all training and equipment is provided in order for you to perform your duties assigned.Management is easily and readily available should you have any issues or concerns. Best job I ever had. Compensation could be a litter better but it gives a comfortable living.But again i stress that you must be responsible to yourselves and others and have good working ethic and working relationship. TxDot gives you the opportunity to advance but you must truly show your value and don,t cheat yourself or the system. TxDot for the most part has caring people..

First of all, work is constant and the job is stable - it's a great place to work in that regard. Typical days involve answering questions to various stakeholders, particularly private citizens and elected representatives, and assisting in the design, construction and maintenance of the state's highway system. You learn to talk in "alphabet soup" pretty quick. Management is solid, but almost entirely comprised of engineers who don't always have business sense. Engineering degrees are almost always placed at a much higher value at this agency; those who lack an engineering background are at a disadvantage. Communication is seen as an afterthought and dismissed as a skill almost anyone can do regardless of training.

Happiness strongly depends on which department you are working in and who your manager is. There is nothing across the board here which is usually more frustrating than beneficial. Everything is outdated. TxDOT continuously tries to 'fit in' with the new workplace trends however most managers are not capable of doing so without micromanaging. Leadership is a problem. It only takes one to start spreading a toxic environment. Opportunities for growth are limited. Politics are real. Benefits are no longer competitive in today's job market. Most things are not flexible and there is no room for innovation. Most people lack passion and are just here for a paycheck which is a shame.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Time off was good and benefits, but the money was not enough to sustain a household. It was a real struggle to make ends meet!

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
They don’t care if you know the job, they go off the good old boys system and a whole lot of favoritism.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
It’s ok, there is some good people  working there.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
It was not a place I enjoyed working.  I had a CDL and I was flagging traffic most of the time. They would put their buddies in the dump trucks and heavy equipment all the time!

If you want to work for TxDOT, get this internship because they hire most interns when they graduate.  Working here has excellent job security and pays well for a summer internship.  As an engineering intern, you can work in 25 different districts in the state and even more area offices within these districts.  Your day-today tasks involve helping plan, review, design and inspect projects while collaborating with the design team to help complete these projects on time, which is the main goal that they strive for.  At the Austin district where I was employed, everyone was very helpful with any question that I had and was always willing to explain anything I was having problems with.

In this role, I was able to learn the ins and outs of transportation engineering. I was able to learn about developing project plan sets, modifying plan sets, creating project estimates and quantity calculations, and more in the office. Other days, interns rode along with project inspectors and engineers to visit job sites where they were sure to explain exactly what they were doing and why along with speaking with contractors. The work environment was full of great, welcoming people that were happy to help in any way they could and valued a work-life balance. 

This is seems like an awesome place to at.
But the people working here are conniving, judgemental, with bad intent.
You would think that working with profesional was be a great experience.
Not here in El Paso Texas TXDOT. 
We have here lots of DIVAS(the guys) here.
They think they are better than others.They have their on Cliques.
This has to be the most Toxic, place i have ever worked at. 
You will see firsthand and experience Bullying, Harrasment, Gossip,
No Support, No Guidance, Fake People.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Manager 1 salary reported	$80,000 per year
Environmental specialist 1 salary reported	$52,000 per year
Engineering assistant 1 salary reported	$52,968 per year

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