Roadway Maintenance Tech II or III; Pharr District (Mission Maint. Section) - (2601844)
Position Information
Do you enjoy working outdoors and collaborating with a dedicated team? Are you interested in helping maintain and improve some of the safest and most reliable roadways in the country? If so, this opportunity may be the perfect fit for you.
TxDOT's Pharr District is seeking a Transportation Maintenance Technician II or III based in Mission, TX. As part of a statewide team of more than 13,000 employees, you'll have the opportunity to expand your skills, operate modern equipment, and play a vital role in maintaining Texas roadways. This hands-on position offers meaningful work that directly impacts the safety and mobility of the traveling public. If you're ready to build your career while making a difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and help us keep Texas moving forward while building a safer, stronger Texas!
Salary Range:
Transportation Maintenance Technician II (A17): $55,200 - $64,469/annually
$4,600 - $5,372.41/monthly
Transportation Maintenance Technician III (A18): $58,800 - $71,055/annually
$4,900 - $5,921.25/monthly
Important: The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Minimum Salary: 55,200.00
Maximum Salary: 71,055.00
Pay Basis: Yearly
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Locations: Mission Maint Sec 2800 EXPRESSWAY 83 Mission 78572
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job
Shift Details: 40 hours; Mon - Friday: 8am -5pm
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 Total Compensation Package website
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Transportation Maintenance Technician II
Performs moderately complex transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: maintenance contract and/or material and process inspections; 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 perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Transportation Maintenance Technician III
Performs highly complex transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: contract maintenance and/or material and
process inspection; roadway maintenance and repair; operates light and heavy equipment; preventative and minor maintenance on
equipment; traffic control; helping the public during emergency situations; and training other employees. Work requires contact
with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred
to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
The essential duties for Transportation Maintenance Technician II include:
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Assists in inspecting traffic control devices and their placement at construction project sites for compliance with specifications for devices; safety laws, rules, regulations and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
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Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs highly skilled roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.
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Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products.
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Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required.
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Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
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Move/picks up litter and roadway debris.
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Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader one and a half cubic yards or more, tractor-trailer haul truck, large dragline, shovel, paint striper, and dump truck.
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Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader one and a quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower.
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Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment and completes various required reports including time-keeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, and PMI.
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Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
The essential duties for Transportation Maintenance Technician III include:
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Inspects traffic control devices and their placement at construction project sites for compliance with specifications for devices, safety laws, rules, regulations and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
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Provides support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; and provides assistance to stranded motorists.
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Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
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Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs highly skilled roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.
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Move/picks up litter and roadway debris.
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Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader one and a half cubic yards or more, tractor-trailer haul truck, large dragline, shovel, paint striper, and dump truck.
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Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader one and a quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower.
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Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment and completes various required reports including time-keeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, and PMI.
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Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.
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Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products.
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Education:
No education required.
Experience for Transportation Maintenance Tech (TMT):
TMT II: 1 year of experience*
TMT III: 2 years of experience*
- Experience must be in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time 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
Valid US driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License at time of application. Must have or obtain the "N" Endorsement within 120 days 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. https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/military-skills-test-waiver
The required competencies for the Transportation Maintenance Technician II include:
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Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
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Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
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The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
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Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
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Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
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Using basic mathematical fundamentals
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Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
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Operating light and heavy highway equipment
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Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
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Communicate effectively
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Follow verbal and written instructions
The required competencies for the Transportation Maintenance Technician III include:
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Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
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Plan review methods, processes and procedures
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Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
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The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
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Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
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Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
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Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
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Operating light and heavy highway equipment
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Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
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Communicate effectively
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Follow verbal and written instructions
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Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
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Subject to noise
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Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
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Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
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Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
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Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
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Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
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Standing-prolonged periods of time
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Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
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Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
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Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills
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Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
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.
This is a Safety Impact position and you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to random drug testing.
Job: Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Jul 30, 2026, 11:18:22 AM
Unposting Date: Aug 13, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
State Job Title/s: Transportation Mntnce Spec II/Transportation Mntnce Spec III
State Job Code/s: 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.
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