Transportation Specialist I

Position Information

TxDOT's Houston District is looking for a Transportation Specialist, based in our Montgomery Area Office. Depending on skill level, this employee will perform or learn to perform all facets of bridge repair design, roadway design, and plan assembly. Duties include working in a CAD environment (Microstation) using roadway design software and requires some field work to collect data in support of the design process. Typical design projects include bridge repairs, roadway repairs, and roadway construction.

We have a workforce of over 13,000 employees, with opportunities for growth and development. 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 such as extensive wellness program, career development programs, retirement benefits, tuition assistance, and more. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced team setting with a group of professionals that takes pride in their work, let's talk.

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 design, 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:

• Assists with project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.
• Coordinates communication between district/division/Department of Public Safety and other external entities.
• Coordinates compilation of complete plan packages for submission to the responsible engineer or architect for review and signature.
• Coordinates design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.
• Develops site layouts utilizing engineering workstations and software.
• Evaluates and analyzes design issues.
• Researches and analyzes incoming correspondence, reports and other written material.
• Researches and evaluates data, interprets and analyzes results, prepares reports and recommends solutions to problems.
• 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 : 2 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:

• Considerable knowledge of:
  • Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
  • Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
  • The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Proficient skill in:
  • Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
  • Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
  • Writing, reviewing and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and procedures
  • Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
  • Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines
  • Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• 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 inside and outside environmental conditions
• 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.
• Balancing - walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Reaching - extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Standing - prolonged periods of time
• 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
• 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
• 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.
  • 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.