Overnight Guardrail Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to provide professional maintenance of NTTA's roadways, turf, and associated roadway components (guardrails, attenuators, storm drains, etc.) within the Agency's maintenance limits. This is accomplished by removing litter/debris along the roadway, performing turf maintenance activities, performing erosion repairs, performing pavement repairs and other minor construction projects, assisting with inspections and other preventative maintenance activities, responding to emergencies (vehicular accidents, weather emergencies, etc.), as well as other activities associated with improving the appearance and condition of the system. The Senior Maintenance Tech - Roadway will drive and operate various sizes/types of mowers, light/medium/heavy duty trucks, forklifts, loaders, snow and ice equipment, and various other heavy construction vehicles and equipment to accomplish tasks. The Senior Maintenance Tech - Roadway will also oversee repairs, confirm repairs are completed within specifications, oversee and evaluate implemented traffic control plans, and correct observed deficiencies. Other duties include assisting with lane closures and completing special projects as assigned

This position is designated as an Essential Employee and is responsible for duties that support public safety, the protection of property, and the continuity of critical business operations. As a condition of employment, incumbents may be required to work morning, evening, overnight, weekend, holiday, and emergency shifts to ensure the uninterrupted delivery of essential services.

Starting Rate: $23/Hourly

Retention Bonus: $2,000

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the United States immediately. This position is not available for H1-B visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities:

• Removes, replaces, and repairs guardrail, attenuators, and associated roadway safety items. Cleans riprap, drains, joints, as well as assists with erosion repair/prevention projects. Performs concrete & asphalt pavement repairs and other repair/construction tasks.
• Removes of all litter, debris, and unwanted items within NTTA's maintenance limits. This will include but not limited to the traveled lanes, shoulders, grass covered and slope areas.
• Participates in Snow and Ice Events by preparing, operating, and cleaning various pieces of equipment and vehicles.
• Removes, replaces, and repairs concrete median barriers, bridge rails, and other vertical concrete elements.
• Assists with the installation, removal, repair, replacement, and/or rotation of signs.
• Safely operates designated vehicles, tools, and equipment to perform assigned tasks.
• Responds to emergencies, especially Snow and Ice Operations. Will be required to work up to a 12-hour shift as part of the Department's emergency operation.
• Under the direction of a licensed applicator, applies herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers as directed.
• Operates equipment, vehicles, message signs, and other traffic control items to perform the installation, and maintenance of lane closures, shoulder closures, and other traffic control plans.
• Performs turf maintenance activities by mowing, edging, trimming brush and trees, and removing brush and trees.
• Inspects, installs, removes, repairs, replaces, and maintains various types of pavement markings.
• Inspects all NTTA equipment, tools, and vehicles, before and after use. Reports any damage and/or failures in accordance with established procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• 6-months/1-year of advanced training or education beyond a high school diploma
• 3 - 5 years' experience
• Valid Class "B" CDL and ability to obtain Texas Class "B" CDL within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain Texas Class "A" CDL within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain necessary CDL endorsements - tanker.

Preferred:

• Texas Class "B" CDL
• Texas Class "A" CDL

NTTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.