Roadway Technician

Summary:

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 Maintenance Tech I – 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.  Other duties include assisting with lane closures and completing special projects as assigned.

This is a safety-sensitive position as defined in the NTTA employee handbook. 

This is a designated Essential Employee position as defined in the NTTA Employee Handbook. An essential employee is one whose attendance is required to maintain agency operations during an emergency or inclement weather situation.

Starting Rate: $20/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:                                              

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Up to 1 year of experience
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license within 30 days of hire. 
• Ability to obtain Texas Class “B” CDL within 12 months of hire.

Preferred:

• Texas Class “B” CDL

About NTTA: NTTA is a political subdivision of Texas created to acquire, construct, maintain and operate toll roads in North Texas. As a customer-driven organization, NTTA delivers a safe and reliable toll system for millions of customers each year in one of the fastest growing regions in the United States. NTTA is a vibrant organization with a highly qualified, energized and engaged team focused on achieving Excellence and we are looking for talented individuals to join us.

Our mission: We are committed to providing a safe and reliable toll road system, increase value and mobility options for our customers, operate the Authority in a businesslike manner, protect our bondholders, and partner to meet our region's growing need for transportation infrastructure.

The North Texas Tollway Authority has been connecting North Texans for 25 years, serving one of the fastest growing metro areas in the US. We serve millions of drivers through safe, well-maintained roads, which has brought significant and continued economic growth and development. We were the first tolling agency in the US to use electronic tolling technology with the TollTag. We were also among the first to convert an entire network of roads to cashless tolling (2010). NTTA is dedicated to continuing its legacy as a leader in tolling.