Fleet Long-Haul Truck Operator I or II - Fleet Operations Division - Texas Department of Transportation : Job Details

Position InformationTxDOT's Fleet Operations Division is looking for a Fleet Long-Haul Truck Operator I or II based in Austin, TX.We have a diverse workforce of 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, apply for this position!At TxDOT we supply the diagnostic, hand, and power tools you need to get the job done, so you will not be required to provide your own tools.This position may be eligible for a recruitment bonus of up to $5,000 for a selected candidate who is currently not employed by The Texas Department of Transportation.Position TitleSalary Grade/RangeFleet Long-Haul Truck Operator I$50,000 - $61,130Fleet Long-Haul Truck Operator II$50,000 - $71,055This position is for one Fleet Long-Haul Operator I or II. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the 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.Benefits and PerksAt 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 PackageTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)Position DescriptionPerforms work as a long-haul truck operator loading, unloading, and transporting throughout the state of Texas vehicles and heavy equipment such as: a motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, profiling/milling machine, and dump truck. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.Essential Duties:

• Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
• Monitors and fills out various required reports including time-keeping, equipment forms, inventory, Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) and records work in progress.
• Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper and mower.
• Operates one or more types of complex heavy equipment such as tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt profiling/milling machine and dump truck.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment; as required uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products related to these activities to include tires and equipment attachments.
• Operates tractor-trailer haul trucks to relocate heavy and light equipment including loading, securing, and unloading equipment on haul trailers.
• Trains other employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Coordinates with divisions, districts, and vendors to deliver and pick up heavy and light equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:Education:No education requiredExperience:Fleet Long-Haul Truck Operator I - 3 years of experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent).Fleet Long-Haul Truck Operator II - 5 years of experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent).Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Competencies:Fleet Long-Haul Truck Operator I :Ability to:

• Communicate effectively
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Drive and ride in a vehicle for extended periods

Considerable knowledge of:

• Equipment used in transportation construction and roadway maintenance work
• Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
• Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials

Proficient skill in:

• Coordinating labor, materials and equipment
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications and systems

Expert skill in:

• Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical devices of the trade
• Using heavy highway equipment
• Using light highway equipment
• Maintaining a safe working relationship

Fleet Long-Haul Truck Operator II :All of the competencies listed above, and:Extensive knowledge of:

• Equipment used in transportation construction and roadway maintenance work
• Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
• Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials

Expert skill in:

• Coordinating labor, materials and equipment
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications and systems

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• 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.
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Subject to noise
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)

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.
• Will be required to work alternate schedules during an emergency response situation such as adverse weather events.
• Will be required to travel to other district/division shops within the state as needed.
• 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.