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Form of workMust be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TX PELS). Assists in transportation Engineering Support work such as construction inspection, structural construction design, laboratory testing, surveying or engineering data collection, operating data collection equipment, and other entry-level Engineering Support work. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.
Essential Duties:
- Compiles information from microfilm records and other archival materials.
- Develops spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.
- Gathers basic data and assists with routine statistical analysis.
- Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, airports, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Inspects materials, equipment, and production procedures in a manufacturing plant and/or conducts laboratory tests to ensure construction materials meet Department specifications; as required, moves items related to these duties.
- Obtains material samples for analysis and assists with routine lab testing including operation and cleaning of laboratory equipment; as required, moves items related to these duties.
- Performs data entry and computer-aided analysis.
- Performs mechanical and electrical repairs.
- Performs survey work such as positioning rod and chain.
- Performs traffic counts and gathers related traffic and accident data.
- Prepares base sheets, details, specifications and estimates for landscape construction projects.
- Prepares required worksheets and inspection reports.
- Processes various construction-related documents and maintains construction project records.
- Scans airport directory drawings; files and maintains related airport documents.
- Uses drafting equipment and performs hand or computer-aided drafting and calculating work.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS.
Other Conditions:
- Must be at least 16 years of age, a student in HS or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.
- Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.
Competencies:
- Some skill in using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems.
- Ability to:
- Communicate effectively.
- Follow verbal and written instructions.
- Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures.
- Protect sensitive and confidential information.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes.
- Subject to noise.
- Subject to vibration.
- Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation.
- 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.
- Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another.
- Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading.
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.
- 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.
