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TxDOTTransportation Maint Tech I-III - Dalhart
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LocationUST-Texas-Dalhart-Dallam Co Maint Sec
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 4d ago
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Obtain Commercial Class A Driver's License and N Endorsement within 120 calendar days from date of employment (TMT I)
Commercial Class A Driver's License at time of application and obtain N Endorsement within 120 days (TMT II-III)
No education required
No experience required (TMT I)
1 year experience in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, heavy equipment operation or related (TMT II)
2 years experience in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, heavy equipment operation or related (TMT III)
Some knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
Some knowledge of materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
Some knowledge of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Some knowledge of maintenance concepts, methods, policies, and requirements
Some knowledge of applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
Some skill in operating light and heavy highway equipment
Some skill in maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Considerable knowledge of materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance (TMT II)
Considerable knowledge of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMT II)
Considerable knowledge of maintenance concepts, methods, policies, and requirements (TMT II)
Considerable knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures (TMT II)
Considerable knowledge of applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes (TMT II)
Proficient skill in using basic mathematical fundamentals (TMT II)
Proficient skill in operating light and heavy highway equipment (TMT II)
Extensive knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work (TMT III)
Extensive knowledge of materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance (TMT III)
Extensive knowledge of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMT III)
Proficient skill in public relations for maintaining effective working relationships (TMT III)
Proficient skill in using light and heavy highway equipment (TMT III)
Class A Commercial Driver's License with N Endorsement (preferred)
Valid driver's license at time of application
Pass pre-employment physical
Pass drug test prior to employment (Safety Impact position)
Benefits
Retirement plans
Alternative flexible work schedules
Paid leave and holidays
Health insurance
On the job training
Tuition assistance program
Holistic wellness program
Career development
About the role
Looking for a career where you can make a real impact every single day? TxDOT’s Amarillo District is looking for a Transportation Maintenance Tech I, II, or III in our Dalhart Maintenance Office. This role is the perfect blend of hands‑on work, teamwork, and the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping keep our community moving safely and smoothly. Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, this is your chance to work outdoors, learn valuable skills, operate cool equipment, and be part of a crew that takes pride in a job well done. If you’re ready for steady work, great benefits, and a role that actually matters, now’s the time to apply—come help us keep the roads you drive on every day in top shape!
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant’s work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Benefits
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
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Retirement Plans
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Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
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Paid Leave and Holidays
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Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
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On-the-Job Training
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Tuition Assistance Program
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Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
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Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
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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 Total Compensation Package website
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Performs routine transportation operations or maintenance support work such as: roadway maintenance and repair; light and heavy equipment operation; preventive and minor maintenance on equipment; traffic control; and helping the public during emergency situations. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Essential Duties:
The essential duties for the Transportation Maintenance Tech I include:
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Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
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Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.
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Maintains picnic and rest areas, rights-of-way, maintenance yards and comfort stations.
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Move/picks up litter and roadway debris.
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Mows rights-of-way and picnic and rest areas; performs plant and landscape maintenance including trimming trees and brush.
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Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a quarter cubic yard or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower.
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Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment and completes various required reports including timekeeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, and PMI.
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Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Additional duties for Transportation Maintenance Tech II include:
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Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs skilled roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.
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Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a half cubic yard or more, tractor-trailer haul truck, large dragline, shovel, paint striper, and dump truck.
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Identifies, repairs, and installs signs, delineators, mailbox supports and posts; performs welding; and uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products.
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Inspects routine maintenance contract construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build and maintain roadways, bridges, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
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Identifies, analyzes, and implements solutions for complex maintenance problems.
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Inspects materials, equipment, and production procedures in a manufacturing plant or at point of supply to ensure construction materials meet Department specifications.
Additional duties for Transportation Maintenance Tech III include:
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Maintains highways and rights-of-way; performs highly skilled roadway repairs; erects and repairs guard rails, highway markers and signs; hauls materials and equipment to job sites.
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Operates complex heavy equipment such as a motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, and profiling/milling machine.
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May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.
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Trains other employees.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
No education required.
Experience for Transportation Maintenance Tech (TMT):
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TMT I = No experience required
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TMT II = 1 year experience*
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TMT III = 2 years experience*
*Experience must be in transportation engineering support, roadway maintenance, construction inspection, heavy equipment operation, or related work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related technical training or education from an accredited institution may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications.
Licenses and Certifications:
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TMT I-III = Must have a valid driver’s license an the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
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TMT I = Must obtain a Commercial Class “A” Driver’s License, and “N” Endorsement, within 120 calendar days from date of employment.
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TMT II-III = Must have a Commercial Class “A” Driver’s License the time of application, and be able to obtain “N” Endorsement within 120 calendar days from date of employment.
Currently Military or Veterans: US Military CDL Equivalent Conditions of Employment: US Military License candidates must successfully obtain Texas Class “A” CDL within 120 days of employment. https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/military-skills-test-waiver
Preferred Qualifications:
Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with “N” Endorsement
Competencies:
The required competencies for the Transportation Maintenance Tech I include:
Some knowledge of:
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Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
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Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
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The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
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Maintenance concepts, methods, policies, and requirements
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Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
Some Skill in:
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Operating light and heavy highway equipment
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Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Ability to:
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Communicate effectively
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Follow verbal and written instructions
Additional competencies for Transportation Maintenance Tech II include:
Considerable knowledge of:
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Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
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The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
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Maintenance concepts, methods, policies, and requirements
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Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
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Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
Proficient Skill in:
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Using basic mathematical fundamentals
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Operating light and heavy highway equipment
Additional competencies for Transportation Maintenance Tech III include:
Extensive Knowledge of:
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Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
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Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
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The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Proficient Skill in:
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Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
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Using of light and heavy highway equipment
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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Required to wear protective gear, including, respirator, hard hat, steal toed boots, and other equipment or devices
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Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
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Subject to noise and vibration
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Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
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Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
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Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
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Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
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Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
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Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
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Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
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Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
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Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
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Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
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Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures
Conditions of Employment:
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.
Hiring process
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This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
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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.
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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.
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Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
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.
Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
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.
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