Texas Department of Transportation

08/28/2023

The end of summer means millions of Texas children returning to school. Slow down, pay attention and follow all traffic laws to keep children safe and avoid costly fines and tickets.

08/28/2023

We want your feedback! This week TxDOT will hold the following meetings:

Aug. 28, 2023
Austin - I-35 Capital Express Central Project from US 290 East to US 290 West/SH 71 - notice of availability of final environmental impact statement and record of decision (FEIS/ROD)

Blanco - US 281 Blanco Relief Route Study - in-person workshop with virtual option

Aug. 31, 2023
Leon, Madison, Walker, and Washington counties - 2023 – 2026 Bryan District Rural TIP November 2023 Revision - virtual public meeting

Statewide - Statewide Transportation Improvement Program FY 2023 - 2026 August Revision - virtual public hearing

Please visit our website: http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/get-involved/about/hearings-meetings.html for the full list of meetings and additional details

08/25/2023

"Do it for your loved ones. They're the ones that still have to go on without you."

Visit soberrides.org for tips on finding a sober ride.

08/24/2023

08/24/2023

Wish you were here! San Angelo is a great place to live and work. Its 100,000 residents take great pride in Angelo State University, Goodfellow Air Force Base, San Angelo State Park, Concho River Walk, and various arts and cultural activities. Join us as the Assistant Area Engineer to oversee construction and maintenance activities across 7 of the San Angelo District's 15 counties. Job ID: 2302431 https://ow.ly/zNLq50PAMYM

08/23/2023

There could be a million electric vehicles on Texas roads by 2028. Check out how TxDOT is getting ready. https://ow.ly/zehz50PCCRm

08/22/2023

Use your Professional Engineering License to assist in leading the statewide transportation H&H program (training, research, policy development) when you join an innovative team in Austin working toward creating a best-in-class H&H program. Job ID: 2302591 https://ow.ly/4qVT50PAYwm

08/22/2023

TS has caused a higher wildfire threat in Central TX due to increased wind speeds & low relative humidity.

This makes fire conditions worse & could make containment more difficult.

Texas A&M Forest Service is ready to respond.

Wildfire Prevention Info: ready.gov/wildfires

Incident Information - Texas A&M Forest Service
Office of the Governor Greg Abbott
FEMA Region 6
The Texas A&M University System
Texas Department of Public Safety
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Parks and Wildlife
Public Utility Commission of Texas

08/21/2023

Drivers...remember to stop for flashing red lights on a school bus, regardless of which direction you're headed. It's the law!

08/21/2023

Entry-level engineers are encouraged to apply to our Design Division Hydrology & Hydraulics Section to work with a highly collaborative group of curious minds and independent thinkers leading the way in H&H designs, fluvial geomorphology, resilience, and more. Job ID: 2302514 https://ow.ly/UTPa50PAZ0r

08/18/2023

Become a bridge lead technician in Austin to help navigate our drafting and detailing practices into the 3-D modeling era. Standardize workflows and lead the drafting transformation while utilizing 3D bridge models for contract plan creation for bridge, railing and traffic structure plans used all over Texas. Job ID: 2302640 https://ow.ly/tHT750PAN3f

08/18/2023

The Texas Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure grant program is open for applications until October 16, 2023. Full details about the program (and how to apply) can be found on the Texas EV Program page. https://ow.ly/GKUy50PAUpt

08/17/2023

Help us connect Texas ports as a Maritime Program Coordinator in Austin. Join our collaborative team to help administer grant funding to seaports and local governments as you identify projects, develop contracts, and manage the grant process. More info at: Job ID: 2302629 https://ow.ly/4jeK50PAu5O

08/17/2023

Governor Greg Abbott today announced a record $142 billion in total investment for Texas' transportation infrastructure. The record investment includes the unanimous adoption of the $100 billion 10-year statewide roadway construction plan. http://ow.ly/hven30swNfA

08/16/2023

Join us as a Bridge Design Engineer to work in our Design Section in Austin. We are Looking for creative designers who want to transform the transportation industry throughout Texas and beyond. Join our team and work on various bridge and structural engineering projects as we advance design by implementing innovations and new technologies. Texas PE required. Job ID: 2302650 https://ow.ly/QaT050PzG05

08/16/2023

Join us in exploring the fascinating world of asphalt pavement during National Road and Safety Awareness Month throughout August. Unlock valuable insights into careers in the Texas construction industry by taking a quiz at webuildtexasroads.com

08/15/2023

In the weeks leading up to Labor Day, officers will be out in force. Make sure to get a sober ride home to avoid harming yourself or others. If you don’t, you could face a DWI, up to $17,000 in fines and fees, and a lifetime of regret. Learn more at SoberRides.org

08/15/2023

We want your feedback! This week TxDOT will hold the following meetings:

Aug. 15, 2023
Galveston – Seawolf Parkway at Pelican Island Channel Bridge replacement - virtual public meeting within-person option

Aug. 16, 2023
Wichita Falls – Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) outreach awareness event with in-person options

Please visit our website: http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/get-involved/about/hearings-meetings.html for the full list of meetings and additional details.

08/14/2023

Experienced working in an accounting environment? Join us as the Financial Reports Accountant at our state-of-the-art headquarters in Austin. Enjoy a hybrid schedule as a vital part of our team, helping to ensure accurate and transparent financial reporting to support informed decision-making. Job ID: 2302465 https://ow.ly/g0XR50Px16k

08/14/2023

Kids aren’t always easy to see in traffic. That’s why it’s so important to drive carefully in school zones. Slow down, follow school zone speed limits and put your phone away to help ensure kids get to and from school safely.

08/11/2023

If you seek a career that integrates your passions for innovation and people, join us as an Assistant Area Engineer in San Antonio. Deliver reasoned, timely responses to changing construction constraints and field conditions. Support contractor relations in this rewarding role while growing a high-performing team shaping the state's transportation system. Job ID: 2302633 https://ow.ly/Z7Wq50PvUaB

08/10/2023

Being on a seal coat team is one of the hottest jobs in Texas, and this man from 1952 knows it. Check out how we do it 70 years later: https://ow.ly/tTBg50PwR7T

08/10/2023

Implement process improvements for upcoming projects as a Traffic Forecasting Engineer in Austin. Review traffic transportation analysis, travel demand model results, and engineering studies in this highly collaborative role to support our statewide districts and Metropolitan Planning Organizations. PE license required. Job ID: 2302105 https://ow.ly/FIjl50PvSeE

08/09/2023

Think your job is hot? On a day like today, roadway temperatures can reach 150 degrees! And if you're on a seal coat crew, add large machinery and 350-degree asphalt to the equation. If you think you can hang with our seal coat crews after watching this video - check out our job listings! https://ow.ly/sCFr50Pw6Tz Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/w9ug50Pw6TB

08/09/2023

A potential partnership to expand green energy at the Port of Victoria is on the horizon. The project would lead to meaningful investments and employment opportunities in the Victoria community.

"The big piece is the capital investment," said Jonas Titas of the VEDC. "It's about a $2 billion project."

08/09/2023

Parts of the state are seeing critical fire danger so please be careful on the roads. Help prevent wildfires by avoiding activities that could cause a spark – like a chain swinging on the back of your vehicle. Stay Informed: https://tfsweb.tamu.edu/CurrentSituation/

08/08/2023

Don’t let AI take over the world. We currently have an open position as a media relations specialist in Austin and are looking specifically for human candidates. Enjoy an incredible work-life balance that only a human would appreciate. More info here: Job ID: 2302566 https://ow.ly/nsCC50Pv2RI

08/07/2023

Sometimes all a person needs is that one missing piece.

08/07/2023

We are looking for a Transportation Engineer who will assist with designing PS&E packages, traffic signal plan reviews and other various duties in this rapidly growing area in Central Texas. This position performs complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, and transportation/traffic operations and maintenance. Job ID: 2302226 www.txdot.gov/careers

08/07/2023

We want your input! This week TxDOT will hold the following meeting:

Aug. 10, 2023
Johnson County – FM 917 (I-35W TO Mansfield) safety and mobility improvements - virtual public meeting with in-person option

Please visit our website: https://ow.ly/3RlJ50PrYSH for the full list of meetings and additional details.

08/04/2023

Gas up your car and get ready to go with TxDOT! Learn about the iconic gas stations that fueled family vacations across the state over the last century: https://ow.ly/t3pc50PtbeW

08/04/2023

TxDOT’s 10-year transportation plan for funding projects around Texas is being updated. The draft 2024 Unified Transportation Plan comment period ends Monday, Aug. 7 at 4 p.m., and we want to hear from you! Get information on the plan and how to comment. https://ow.ly/8t6q50Pp5V9

08/03/2023

Historic funding for Texas ports is set to be considered by the Texas Transportation Commission. The Port Authority Advisory Committee recommended the funding for infrastructure and seaport connectivity projects to help increase the economic impact of Texas ports.

08/03/2023

Keep Texas moving throughout northern Travis County as a Transportation Engineer and Project Manager for the Capital Express North Job on IH-35. Utilize your PE license to oversee construction and design project management for enhanced safety and improved mobility. Job ID: 2302395 www.txdot.gov/careers

08/02/2023

In an effort to help move goods more efficiently and safely through the state, TxDOT is reimagining how we can weigh big rigs on Texas highways. https://ow.ly/nNc250PriqP

08/02/2023

Leverage your web management expertise and strategic thinking as our Web Branch Manager! Lead a team of creative and technical professionals to drive TxDOT's digital strategy. Collaborate with Brand & Design, Media Production, and Operations branches to launch initiatives and coordinate the planning and ex*****on of our external web presence. Job ID: 2302461 www.txdot.gov/careers

08/01/2023

Keep your butts in the car. It's hot and dry out there and cigarette butts can cause fires. Plus it’s illegal to litter in Texas.

08/01/2023

As school starts back up, it’s important to stay alert in school zones. Here’s what you can do to help keep kids safe:
🏃Watch for kids darting into the street or between vehicles.
📵 Put your phone away while driving.
⚠️Follow school zone speed limits.

07/31/2023

I don't know who needs to hear this but when someone uses their blinker, it's not your sign to speed up.

07/31/2023

Your input is important! TxDOT is updating its 10-year transportation plan, and we want to hear from you. The comment period is open until Aug. 7 at 4 p.m. Get information on the plan and how to comment here: https://ow.ly/HZai50Pp5V8