Intern Support Technician - Freestone

Job Description - Intern Support Technician - Freestone County (2600671)

Job Description

Each year, more than 500 college and high school students from Texas and beyond choose the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) as their employer of choice. For many, it’s a dream opportunity and a stepping stone to a successful career.

Did you know several members of our Executive Leadership team, including our Executive Director, began as TxDOT interns? A paid internship with TxDOT offers you the chance to:

• Explore how we serve the citizens of Texas
• Apply and expand your classroom knowledge
• Open doors to future career opportunities

Many interns return year after year because of the meaningful experience and professional growth they gain. At TxDOT, you’ll join a passionate workforce and acquire invaluable skills that will carry you into the future.

Join the Bryan District in Freestone Co. this year to gain hands‑on admin/support experience and real‑world exposure.

Salary Group: A11:
Year Round Intern Maintenance Tech : $20.50 /hr

Minimum Salary: 20.50

Maximum Salary: 20.50

Pay Basis:
Hourly

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Work Locations:
Freestone County Maint Section 340 US 84 WEST Fairfield 75840

Travel:
No

Shift: Day

Job Location Flexibility:
Onsite

At 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 Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:
Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

• Perform entry‑level administrative support work.
• Answer the telephone, evaluate requests, answer questions, route messages, and/or serve as receptionist or front desk assistant.
• Assist in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Assist in performing inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist in processing routine documents such as vouchers, personnel records, titles or registrations.
• Assist with general warehousing duties such as stocking and issuing materials and supplies, maintaining records, and maintaining warehouse areas.
• Disseminate information to the public.
• Maintain files, records, and logs.
• Maintain radio contact with field units and others.
• Make copies and distribute as instructed.
• Open, sort, and distribute mail.
• Perform preliminary research on assignments and gather pertinent data.
• Perform routine word processing duties and conduct quality checks of documents created.
• Run errands as required.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.

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.

• Some skill in using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Ability to:
  • Communicate effectively
  • Follow verbal and written instructions
  • Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
  • Protect sensitive and confidential information

Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes

Light work:
Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs

Sitting – prolonged periods of time

Standing…