Entry Level Landscape Drafting Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS. Assists in transportation engineering support work such as construction or maintenance inspection, structural construction or maintenance, laboratory work, landscaping, 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.

    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
    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.
    Inspects routine maintenance contract work.
    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.

Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS.

• Must be at least 16 years of age, a student currently enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education to include a trade/vocational school.

• Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

    Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
    Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
    Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
    Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
    Subject to noise
    Subject to vibration
    Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
    Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
    Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
    Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or another device
    Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia
    Works in narrow aisles or passageways
    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.
    Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc.
    Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
    Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
    Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
    Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
    Crawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet
    Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
    Standing-prolonged periods of time
    Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
    Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
    Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion
    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
    Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
    Feeling-determining size, shape, temperature or texture of objects
    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
    Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts
    Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
    Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills
    Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
    Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions

• 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.