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Maintenance Section Supervisor I,II,III
Texas Department of Transportation

Texas Department of Transportation
Posted 2026-09-12
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Maintenance Section Supervisor I,II,III - ( 2602356 ) Position Information The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is looking for a Maintenance Section Supervisor III for the Denton County Maintenance Office in the Dallas District. If you have supervision skills, enjoy working outdoors and want to make the Texas roadways safer for your family and friends then this is the job for YOU! Your role will be crucial in responding to emergencies, ensuring the safety and upkeep of our roadways. If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to lead a team committed to excellence, we invite you to apply and help us keep Texas moving safely. Position Title/ Salary Grade Range Maintenance Section Supervisor IB24: $65,104.00 - $106,634.00 /yearMaintenance Section Supervisor IIB25: $69,572.00 - $114,099.00 /yearMaintenance Section Supervisor IIIB26: $76,530.00 - $129,430.00 /year 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. Minimum Salary: 65,104.00 Maximum Salary: 129,430.00 Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt Work Locations: Denton County Ae/Maint Sect 2624 W PRAIRIE Denton 76201 Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 hours per week 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 Oversees a maintenance section and is responsible for providing a safe driving thoroughfare within a geographic area of the state through the maintenance of all roads, structures and rights-of-way. Oversees a maintenance section with a rank sum ratio of section lane miles and truck/vehicles per lane in accordance with the published rank sum. Supervises technical and clerical employees. Work requires responding to emergency notification on an as-needed basis. Work requires contact with governmental officials, private entities and the public. 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: Duties for a Maintenance Section Supervisor I Administers and inspects contracted maintenance activities. Handles public complaints. Inspects road conditions, work-in-progress and work completed by the crews and contractors Trains other employees Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Plans, schedules and coordinates work project needs to include personnel, equipment and material with the Area Engineer and other district staff on a regular basis. Prepares and monitors the budget. Plans, coordinates and implements emergency response to inclement weather, flooding, accidents and hazardous material spills affecting area roadways. Additional Duties for a Maintenance Section Supervisor II Prioritizes and assigns projects to the maintenance section assistant and crew chiefs; guides them in the planning and scheduling of personnel/materials/equipment necessary to complete the work; ensures projects follow established safety guidelines. Additional Duties for a Maintenance Section Supervisor III Responsible for maintenance section office activities including human resources, public relations, facilities, inventory management and general office administrative matters. Responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of light and heavy equipment. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Maintenance Section Supervisor I, II, III: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies. Experience: Maintenance Section Supervisor I: 7 years roadway maintenance or construction-related work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevatn technical training may be substiuted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications No supervisory experience required. Maintenance Section Supervisor II: 8 years roadway maintenance or construction-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 Must have 3 years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience. Maintenance Section Supervisor III: 9 years roadway maintenance or construction-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 Must have 3 years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience. Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Must obtain a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License or have obtained a CDL "A” License, within 120 calendar days from date of employment. Preferred Qualifications: Commercial driver’s license (CDL) Competencies: Extensive knowledge of: Budgeting methods and procedures Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance Considerable knowledge of: Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Incident management procedures Expert skill in: Supervising technical staff Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Proficent skill in: Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Ability to: Manages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Physical Requirements and Working Conditions for a Maint Section Supvr I 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 Subject to noise Subject to vibration Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia Works in narrow aisles or passageways- GC01: Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools 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 Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine Crawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Standing-prolonged periods of time Additional Physical Requirements and Working Conditions for a Maint Section Supvr II Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm Feeling-determining size, shape, temperature or texture of objects Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills Additional Physical Requirements and Working Conditions for a Maint Section Supvr III 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 Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals 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 Standing-prolonged periods of time Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures 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. Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond during emergency situations. Job: Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular Job Type: Standard Job Level: Manager Job Posting: Sep 11, 2026, 12:36:15 PM Unposting Date: Sep 29, 2026, 4:59:00 AM State Job Title/s: Manager V, Manager IV, Manager III State Job Code/s: 1604/1603/1602 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. To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category. Above the EEO/ADA field on job description page 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 19 90. Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information
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