Transportation Services is an empowered team of professionals dedicated to providing efficient, dynamic and innovative fleet, parking and transit services to the community. We support the teaching, research and public service mission of Texas A&M University, with focus on customer service and communication. For more information about us, visit our website: http://transport.tamu.edu
What We Want
The Transportation Maintenance Technician is responsible for the production and deployment of signs, barricades and other devices used for traffic and pedestrian notification and control, as well as performing basic parking structure repairs. Assists in the support of special events.
What You Need To Know
Starting Pay: $17.35
A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.
Requirements
Required Education and Experience:
High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
One year of experience in painting and other construction trades, traffic control or barricade/sign production and deployment.
Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Driver's License (Class C) or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Preferred Experience:
Work experience emphasizing sign production, deployment and maintenance.
Experience in painting parking structures or striping parking lots.
Experience moving or backing up trailers.
Preferred Licenses and Certifications:
Certification or license in one or more of the mechanical/electrical trades.
Preferred Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of the TAMU (College Station) campus and familiarity with traffic control.
Job Responsibilities
Signage - Assists with assembling vinyl signage and installing parking lot, garage, informational and way finding signage. Sets up and operates drill press, grinder, metal hydraulic shearing equipment and other metalworking tools to repair or fabricate signs. Requires use of a University vehicle.
Special Events - Assists with periodic, labor-intensive special event functions such as football game support as needed. Includes placing and recovering signs, traffic devices or other equipment used to control vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Requires use of a University vehicle.
Security and Safety - Promotes security of vehicles, parking structures, and safety to assure that the unit follows policies and procedures.
Other Requirements or Other Factors
Required to work overtime, weekends, occasional holidays and all home football games.
Ability to work in any type of weather conditions and be able to walk a long distance to move around a large campus environment.
Ability to lift or move moderate to heavy weight on a regular basis.
Why Texas A&M University?
Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Employee Tu
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time off
Additional Information
Job Title
Transportation Maintenance Technician
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Transportation Services
Proposed Minimum Salary
$17.35 hourly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
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