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General Engineering Tech I/II
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Texas Department of Transportation .
Our maintenance team is seeking a motivated and skilled General Engineering Tech to support the daily operation, repair, and improvement of our state infrastructure.
Essential Duties – General Engineering Tech I
Identify, analyze, and implement solutions for complex maintenance problems.
Inspect construction and routine/non‑routine contract maintenance methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build and maintain roadways, bridges, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
May train other employees.
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
Essential Duties – General Engineering Tech II
Inspect complex maintenance and construction‑related work, including hot mix overlay, to ensure compliance with safety, laws and regulations, contract specifications and departmental procedures.
Prepare plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) using automated programs; review plans, enter data, update, store and maintain PS&E documents and files.
Lead, assign, review, and monitor the work of others.
Train in a classroom, office, or field environment.
Plan, coordinate and handle multiple projects within the area of responsibility to meet short and long‑term deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Graduate or equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience:
General Engineering Tech I – 4 years in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, or related work experience (full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent). General Engineering Tech II – 6 years in related experience (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.
Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Core Competencies (Tech I)
Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques.
Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance.
Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements.
Use of computers, applicable programs, applications and systems.
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.
Core Competencies (Tech II)
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others.
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment.
Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within the area of responsibility to meet short and long‑term deadlines.
Physical and Work Conditions
Physical Requirements:
Light work – lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs; prolonged standing; walking and moving on foot; speaking; close visual acuity for data/figures and computer use.
Job is physically demanding and requires a pre‑employment physical.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety‑impact positions.
Required to work during emergency situations after hours, on weekends or holidays, and during inclement weather.
Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.
Benefits and Compensation
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
General Engineering Tech I (A19): $48,244 – $76,028 annually General Engineering Tech II (A20): $51,158 – $81,351 annually
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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