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Intern Maintenance Tech - Gruver

Texas Department of Transportation Gruver, TX

Job Description - Intern Maintenance Tech - Gruver (2500231) Position Information TxDOT Amarillo District is looking for a few eager students to work in our intern program. This intern position will primarily cover the summer months, beginning in May going through August. In a few circumstances, if schedule and availability allow, these positions can continue throughout the year. These interns must be enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education, including trade/vocational school, whether attending in person or online. This position will offer the opportunity to gain valuable work experience, explore what TxDOT has to offer, expand your knowledge and skills, and possibly serve as a gateway to a future career with the agency. At TxDOT, you will work with skilled and licensed professionals to develop and enhance job skills through practical application. At TxDOT in the Amarillo District, we have three core values: Safety for our employees and the traveling public, value our employees, and preserve our assets. We also strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life. We offer a wide array of programs and activities, including compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance, and many other benefits. Minimum Salary $14.10 Maximum Salary $21.32 Anticipated Starting Salary $18 Pay Basis Hourly FLSA Status Nonexempt Work Locations Hansford Co Maint Sec 114 W SH 15 Gruver 79040 Travel Yes, 5% of the Time Shift Day Job Shift Details 40 hours/week; Monday - Thursday; Possible nights, weekends, holidays & hours other than 7-5:30 Location Flexibility Onsite Benefits and Perks 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. Job Responsibilities Performs entry-level and routine maintenance work. Work involves physical labor tasks such as plant and landscape maintenance, maintenance of comfort stations and rights-of-way, minor equipment repair, and assisting with roadway repair. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor. Assists in repairing and erecting signs and repairing drums and/or barricades as required. Assists with repairs to potholes, roadway shoulders and edges, guardrails, signs, and other related work. Assists with traffic control to include placing and gathering cones, flagging traffic, and other related work. Moves/picks up litter and roadway debris. Performs minor maintenance and repairs on equipment. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education : 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, including a trade/vocational school. Employees at least 18 years of age with a valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools. Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others. Ability to Follow verbal and written instructions. Work in varying weather conditions. Move up to 50 pounds. Follow applicable safety standards, practices, and procedures. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes. Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection. Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour. Subject to noise. Subject to atmospheric conditions - fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation. Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs. This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position. Job Details Job : School Schedule : Part-time Employee Status : Temporary Job Type : Summer Job Job Level : Non-Management Job Posting : Jan 28, 2025, 8:22:14 PM Unposting Date : Ongoing Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990. #J-18808-Ljbffr