Maintenance Assistant Supervisor I - (2601869)
Position Information
Are you seeking an opportunity to make a difference with roadway maintenance operations in the fastest growing county in Texas? This is the job for you! TxDOT's Waller County Maintenance Section is seeking a highly-skilled and motivated individual to serve as the Maintenance Assistant Supervisor. This is a challenging and rewarding job, repairing and maintaining Waller county roads is not only a job but it's also a learning opportunity. Come join a fast-paced office with a great group of experienced workers and you can make a difference too! Be a leader and make a difference.
Minimum Salary: 57,614.00
Maximum Salary: 93,138.00
Pay Basis: Yearly
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Locations: Waller County Maint Office 400 FM 1488 Hempstead 77445
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job
Shift Details: 40 Hrs./Week; Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
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
Supervises a group of maintenance and clerical employees responsible for providing a safe driving thoroughfare within a designated geographical area. Reports to a Maintenance Section Supervisor at a maintenance section with a rank sum ratio in accordance with the published rank sum. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as needed basis. Work requires contact with the public. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
Assigns and oversees the work of section and contracted crews; ensures all projects follow established safety guidelines.
Assists in budget preparation for the section.
Assists with planning, coordinating and implementing emergency response to inclement weather, accidents, and hazardous spills affecting area roadways.
Handles public complaints.
Inspects maintenance contract work.
Inspects road conditions, work-in progress and work completed by the crews and contractors.
Maintains records on materials, supplies and personnel.
May operate light and heavy equipment.
Oversees scheduling of equipment, material and personnel necessary for section projects.
Responsible for operations of section in absence of supervisor.
Trains employees on the use of equipment and procedures.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Experience:
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5 years of experience in roadway maintenance or construction related work. (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 for Minimum Qualifications
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Must have 1 year supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
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Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
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Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required
Competencies:
Extensive knowledge of
Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Considerable knowledge of
Proficient skill in
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Scheduling work assignments
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Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
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Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees
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Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
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Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Other Attributes
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Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
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This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
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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.
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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.
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Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond during emergency situations.
Job: Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops
Job Posting: Jul 30, 2026, 12:14:38 PM
Unposting Date: Aug 13, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
State Job Title/s: Manager I
State Job Code/s: 1600
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.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
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.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information
