Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief - Palestine Maintenance

Transportation Maintenance Crew Chief - Palestine Maintenance - (2602964) Position Information TxDOT is searching for a Transport Maintenance Crew Chief based in Palestine, TX. Combine your roadway maintenance knowledge, experience and leadership skills in this position to guide a great team and make our roadways safer for your friends and family. At TxDOT, safety is at the forefront of everything we do and our strong safety culture starts with you and the team you will lead. If you're looking to showcase your skills and abilities and advance your career with one of the best highway systems in the nation, this opportunity is for you. Minimum Salary : 54,278.00 Maximum Salary : 87,046.00 Pay Basis : Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt Work Locations : Palestine Area Engr/Maint 4089 S ST HWY 19 Palestine 75801 Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 4/10s; Mon-Thur 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 Leads a crew of transportation maintenance technicians and equipment operators performing skilled transportation maintenance activities. Reports to a maintenance section supervisor and assists in administration of the maintenance section. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as needed basis. 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: Assists in administration of the maintenance section Assists with surveying-related work Estimates and gathers materials and equipment necessary to complete assignments Inspects roads while en route to and from job site and reports problems to supervisors Maintains records on materials and equipment used and employee time sheets Operates light and heavy equipment Serves as a lead worker by scheduling daily work assignments; serving as a resource for complex questions and troubleshooting of problems; presenting operational updates to the supervisor; providing input on team members’ career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operational coverage. Assists during accidents and emergency weather situations to sand bridges and roads and put up warning signs, and organize response of crews. Monitors materials testing and inventory of roadway maintenance materials. Oversees the work of designated maintenance inspectors and sign technicians Performs other job responsibilities as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education. Experience: 5 years experience in roadway maintenance 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 Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Competencies: Conside…

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