District Sign Technician - IV; Midland

Job Description

TxDOT’s Odessa District is seeking dedicated and skilled individuals to join our team as District Sign Technician I, II, III or IV at our Midland Maintenance Section in Midland, TX. As a Sign Tech, you will play a key role in maintaining and installing roadway signs, supports, and delineators, ensuring safety and compliance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

Whether you’re assisting with daily operations, conducting inspections, or leading projects, you will be an essential part of our transportation maintenance team. If you have a strong work ethic, experience with sign installation, and a commitment to safety, we invite you to apply and help us enhance the quality of our roadways.

• District Sign Technician I (A16) $45,360 - $61,130
• District Sign Technician II (A17) $49,140 - $64,469
• District Sign Technician III (A18) $54,810 - $71,055
• District Sign Technician IV (A20) $58,800 - $81,351

Minimum Salary: $45,360.00. Maximum Salary: $81,351.00. Pay Basis:
Yearly. FLSA Status:
Nonexempt.

Work Locations:
Midland Area Engineer/Maint 5100 W IH 20 Midland 79703. Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time. Shift: Day, 40 hrs - Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm. Location Flexibility:
Onsite.

• 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).

Performs entry-level transportation related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators in a district. Work includes maintaining inventory and records of signs and materials and using specialized tools and equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and standard practices and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Performs skilled transportation related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes and delineators in a district. Work includes maintaining inventory and records, ordering of signs and materials, and using specialized tools and equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision details.

Performs skilled transportation related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes and delineators in a district. Work includes maintaining inventory and records, ordering of signs and materials, and using specialized tools and equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments, however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Coordinates and performs advanced skilled transportation related work installing, repairing, and maintaining traffic signs, mailboxes, and delineators in a district. Serves as a lead worker and trains other technicians. Work includes coordinating and maintaining inventory and records, ordering of signs and materials, and using specialized tools and equipment related to sign installation. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments;

however, all unusual issues are referred to a supervisor.

• Assists transportation maintenance crews with maintenance-related work as required; may respond to assist with emergency situations/conditions.
• Moves equipment, tools, materials, and products.
• Issues signs to maintenance sections/transportation crews; uses tools and equipment and moves signs and related materials.
• Maintains expense records and inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Mixes and places concrete for sign support foundations; moves cement bags and other items related to these duties.
• Operates a boom and bucket truck and/or specialized sign truck to install roadway signs.
• Performs and maintains inventory of signs.
• Performs preventive maintenance on sign truck.
• Repairs and installs signs, supports, foundations, and delineators in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and other departmental guidance.
• Orders supplies and materials from district shop.
• Conducts nighttime luminaire inspections to ensure reflectivity of signs, delineators, stripping, and retroreflective pavement markers (RPMs).
• Inspects roadways to identify sign and delineator deficiencies and recommend repairs.
• Measures and…