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Brownsville, TX · On-site

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Must successfully receive TDCJ clearance before reporting to the project. * Reliable transportation to and from the jobsite. Apply Today! If you're an experienced Commercial Drywall Mechanic looking ...

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To thrive as a TDCJ Transportation Officer, you need a solid background in security procedures, defensive driving, and physical fitness, often backed by completion of law enforcement or corrections academy training. Familiarity with secure vehicle operation, radio communications, and inmate restraint systems is essential, and CPR or first aid certification may be required. Strong observation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are invaluable soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure the safe, secure, and efficient transport of prisoners, minimizing risk to staff, inmates, and the public.

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A TDCJ Transportation job involves transporting incarcerated individuals within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) system. Duties include ensuring secure and safe transport between prisons, courthouses, medical facilities, and other locations. Officers follow strict security protocols, conduct searches, and monitor inmate behavior during transit. The role requires law enforcement or correctional experience, a valid driver's license, and specific training in inmate transport and security procedures.

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A typical day as a TDCJ Transportation Officer involves preparing vehicles for secure inmate transport, conducting thorough safety inspections, coordinating schedules, and maintaining constant communication with correctional facilities. Officers routinely escort inmates between institutions, courts, and medical appointments, following strict security protocols throughout the process. Collaboration with other officers and facility staff is an integral part of the job, as is managing unexpected situations with professionalism. The role can sometimes include early morning starts, overtime, and adherence to tight schedules, making adaptability and vigilance essential.

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Infographic showing various Tdcj Transportation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 35% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,891 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

TDCJ - Program Supervisor IV - Mechanical

CAPPS

Huntsville, TX • On-site

$5.1K - $5.2K/mo

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Job Description
Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.
For the most accurate and uptodate information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.
Job Duties:
This positions reports to the Wynne Unit Mechanical Shop on a daily basis. Duties include oversight of mechanical shop operations and staff, and direct supervision of incarcerated inmates. This mechanical shop is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the TDCJ heavyduty fleet, including transportation buses, freight trucks and equipment. Day to day functions include oversight of mechanical operations, security of the shop, and procurement functions, as well as administrative duties.
You'd be a GOOD fit if:
You have a bachelor's degree and six years, fulltime wageearning experience in automotive or heavy equipment maintenance or repair, or metal forming and fabricating.
You are committed to accomplishing goals.
You'd be a GREAT fit if:
You'd be a great fit if:
You have a desire to build and lead a team to provide critical resources to our agency.
You prioritize development of the staff you oversee.
You have the ability to problem solve and develop longterm solutions
For the full Job Description, please click the link below:
Program Supervisor IV Mechanical
Additional Information:
Retiree Salary
Will be 2.5% less than the posted salary
Travel
25% Position may spend 1¿5 nights away per month
Work Site Visits
No
Study Material
No
PreService Training Academy Required
No
Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position
Hazardous
Outside applicants will be required to submit to preemployment drug testing as a condition of employment.
Contact Information:
Questions concerning this Questions concerning the application
position can be directed to: process can be directed to:
Jessica O'Donnell Zilleah Ross
Hiring Manager OR Human Resources
9364376415 9364373150
Jessica.ODonnell@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam2@tdcj.texas.gov
Important Note to the Candidate:
Military Preference
To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.
Military Occupation Specialty Codes
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click on the occupational category for the position.
Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide .
The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com , http://www.onetonline.org , https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.
Applications submitted through Work in Texas
Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
Eligibility
An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.
EEO Statement:
The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.
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A statewide software solution developed by the Texas Department of Information Resources, CAPPS consolidates financial management, HR, and payroll operations for state agencies. Designed as a unified enterprise resource system, CAPPS replaced legacy tools in the early 2000s with a scalable, integrated platform tailored to agencies of varied size and complexity.

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Austin, TX, US

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