Maintenance Support Tech I, II, or III - Lavaca Co Maint

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Yoakum district is looking for a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Support Tech to join our team in the Lavaca County Maintenance Office. If you have a strong work ethic and a passion for keeping Texas roads in top condition, we invite you to apply and become a key player in our mission to improve and maintain the state's transportation network!

Salary: 
Maintenance Support Tech I (A13): $35,439 - $52,388
Maintenance Support Tech II (A15): $38,976 - $58,045
Maintenance Support Tech III (A17): $42,976 - $64,469

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

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)

Performs administrative support-related work in a maintenance office or district headquarters. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, routes messages, and/or serves as receptionist or front 
  desk assistant. 
• Assists district personnel with annual inventory of supplies, stockpiles and minor equipment.
• Conducts monthly spot inventories, verifies inventory findings, reconciles and coordinates with Business Services on 
  adjustments needed.
• Maintains and updates office files/records/logs and a wide variety of automated systems in support of personnel, finance, 
  budgeting, maintenance, inventory, contracts, purchasing, travel information, and/or permitting activities.
• Monitors and assists with data entry for maintenance contract record keeping.
• Processes change orders, supplemental agreements, and extra work orders. 
• Receives, sorts, opens, evaluates content and distributes mail.
• Reviews, prepares and/or negotiates applicable program purchases for services, office materials, supplies, tools and/or 
  equipment and monitors contracts. 
• Processes receipts and invoices for payment. 
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. 

Additional duties for Maintenance Support Tech II:

• Assists with data entry for construction record-keeping. 
• Maintains materials inventory. 
• Prepares statistical reports and verifies for accuracy and completeness.

Additional duties for Maintenance Support Tech III: 

• Creates and maintains related activity logs, files and reports on services.
• Inputs and maintains daily production reports and compiles monthly reports for manager. 
• Logs, files, and cross-references correspondence; and verifies documents/records. 
• Coordinates with district personnel with annual inventory of supplies, stockpiles and minor equipment.
• Prepares monthly and final maintenance contract estimates. 

• 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
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

High School Grad or Equivalent in general education

Maintenance Support Tech I: No Experience Required. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). 

Maintenance Support Tech II: *1 YEAR in administrative or clerical support, customer service, or related experience.
(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Maintenance Support Tech III: *3 YEARS in administrative or clerical support, customer service, or related experience.
(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Maintenance Support Tech I:

• Office management practices and procedures
• Applicable computer systems and applications 
• Purchasing methods and procedures
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others 
• Dealing courteously and effectively with the public 
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems 
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Maintaining a safe working environment 
• Communicate effectively
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes 
  assignments independently without constant supervision 

Additional for Maintenance Support Tech II:

• Automated record-keeping methods
• Inventory/stock control procedures 

• Prioritizing and organizing work assignment

   

Additional for Maintenance Support Tech III:

• Roadway maintenance concepts, methods and procedures 
• Purchasing methods and procedures
• Maintains composure when handling problems, stressful situations, continuous change, or unexpected developments 

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment for all positions.

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.

Additional Applicant Information for applicants