Transportation Specialist III

19 hours ago

Fort Worth, TX, United States Texas Department of Transportation Full time
Position Information

TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for a Transportation Specialist III based in Fort Worth, TX. We have a workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let's talk

Work Location: 2501 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76133

At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in-house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

This posting is for one (1) Transportation Specialist III position, depending on business need and applicants' qualifications.

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

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

Provides technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving multiple design and/or advanced 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 oversight, 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:
  • Assists in overseeing design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.
  • Assists in overseeing project assignments and determining work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway.
  • Assists in planning, developing, administering and monitoring district maintenance contracts and service agreements.
  • Coordinates beautification projects.
  • Coordinates programs and projects to enhance efficiency and streamline operations.
  • Implements the Vegetation/Herbicide Program.
  • Inspects roadways and evaluates road conditions.
  • May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
  • Serves as technical member on transportation-related projects.
  • Trains and makes training-related recommendations to staff on new operations.
  • Travels to districts and maintenance offices to perform site visits and monitor maintenance programs.
  • Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
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: 5 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.
Competencies:
  • Design, testing and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and related structures
  • Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies
  • Quality assurance and control processes and procedures
  • Contract development and oversight.
  • Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
  • Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
  • Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
  • 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
  • Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
  • Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
  • Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

    Other Attributes
  • Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
  • Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
  • Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
  • Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
  • Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
  • Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
  • Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
  • Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
  • Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
  • Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
  • Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
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.
  • For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.
  • A Class A CDL with "N" endorsement will be required at the time of application.
  • Required to work weekends and holidays.
  • Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
  • Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
  • Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
  • Employee may be contacted during off-duty hours to see if he or she can report to work for emergency conditions within 1 hour.

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