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Position Information

TxDOT is looking for an Construction Recordkeeper I in our Sherman Area Office for the Paris District. If you enjoy working in a work life balance enviroment, then apply for this position today. Join TxDOT and build a career as big as TEXAS and join our TxDOT family!

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.

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)

Position Description

Maintains construction project records and processes related paperwork; reviews and modifies contract documents to reflect changes to original agreement; monitors records to verify compliance with state and federal laws and determines payments due contractor for work completed. Work requires contact with contractors. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Drives a state vehicle to assist with monitoring contractors' compliance with federal requirements related to Equal Employment Opportunity and wages.
• Monitors on-the-job training program and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Small Business Enterprise programs; submits required monthly reports.
• Prepares and submits monthly and final estimates; checks calculations against work log and estimate form to verify work is completed before payment is made.
• Prepares and types correspondence, reports and supporting documents; files, orders supplies and equipment.
• Processes change orders, supplemental agreements and extra work orders.
• Keeps equipment mileage and service records and schedules equipment repairs.
• May attend pre-construction meetings to instruct contractor's bookkeeper on record-keeping procedures.
• Prepares and types correspondence, reports and supporting documents; files, orders supplies and equipment.
• Processes change orders, supplemental agreements, and extra work orders.
• Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.

Experience: None

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

• Communicate effectively
• Standard procedures relative to planning, construction and engineering fundamentals.
• Higher mathematics
• Governmental policies and procedures
• Contract development and oversight.
• Reviewing plans for accuracy and ensuring compliance with requirements
• Using standard office equipment
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files and reports
• Communicating technical information effectively
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Maintaining a safe working relationship

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)