Transportation Specialist I/II- Hondo

Provides technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving multiple design and building construction projects, construction of transportation systems, traffic operations, maintenance of highways and facilities, or bridge inspection and appraisal in accordance with Department standards. Assists with project planning and the development of policies and procedures for area of responsibility. Work requires contact with governmental officials, consultants, contractors and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Specialist I 

• Assists in prioritizing and scheduling projects.
• Conducts immediate inspection of damaged bridges, determines necessity of temporary or permanent repairs and notifies maintenance personnel; makes recommendations for the closing of bridges.
• Develops and monitors budgets.
• Implements proper traffic control procedures and safety precautions at construction sites to preclude traffic congestion and accidents; identifies utility locations and directs use of proper equipment.
• Implements the Vegetation/Herbicide Program.
• Inspects current projects for proper use of personnel, equipment and materials, traffic control and quality of work completed.
• Inspects roadways and evaluates road conditions.
• May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
• Performs field reviews of construction projects to assist area engineers and project engineers in resolution of construction problems.
• Trains and makes training-related recommendations to staff on new operations.

Transportation Specialist II

In addition to the duties listed above

• Coordinates maintenance material purchasing.
• Represents the Department at various meetings.
• Responds to complaints and identifies problems regarding traffic signal timing, congestion, operations and assists in developing recommendations for long-term solutions.
• Reviews and maintains files which indicate the condition of the bridge inventory and documents compliance with bridge inspection manuals.

The Hondo Maintenance Office is located in Medina county just west of San Antonio. Our Maintenance personnel are responsible for maintaining over 800 lane miles, including the major corridors on US 90 and IH 35. We use practices such as base repair, maintainer level up, pothole repair, sign/delineation maintenance, and other operations to keep state roadways safe for the traveling public. If you are interested in joining our dedicated team, you are encouraged to apply.

Annual Salary Ranges

Transportation Specialist I (B19)\: $48,244- $76,028

Transportation Specialist II (B20)\: $51,158- $81,351

This position is for a Transportation Specialist I or II depending on business needs and applicant qualifications. TxDOT reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on business needs and the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education\: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience\: 

Transportation Specialist I\: 2 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience.

Transportation Specialist II\: 4 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience.

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). 

Licenses and Certifications\: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A with "N" endorsement

Competencies:

• Roadway construction, inspection and evaluation methods and procedures
• Construction, operation and maintenance of traffic control devices
• Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Roadway maintenance concepts, methods and procedures
• Highway construction and maintenance
• Preventive maintenance methods and procedures

• Maintaining effective working relationships with others

• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
• Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines
• Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees
• Communicate effectively

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection

• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Medium work\: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions\: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. 

• 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.

  • 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.

   

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

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)

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