Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: Feb. 1, 2021 • Download all data
POSITION
Transportation Maintenance Specialist III
Texas Department of Transportation
This position is categorized as maintenance, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $34,918 to $55,130. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
91
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Median salary
$45,000
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Average salary
$45,609
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as male.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 1 | $54,313 | |
| Male | 90 | $45,000 |
Employees by race
Most employees who hold this position identify as white.
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian | 2 | $46,682 | |
| Black | 8 | $44,280 | |
| Hispanic | 32 | $44,890 | |
| White | 49 | $45,000 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Texas Department of Transportation for one to 10 years.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 4 | $47,460 | |
| 1-10 years | 54 | $43,800 | |
| 10-20 years | 30 | $47,107 | |
| 20+ years | 3 | $47,047 |
Employment status
All employees who hold this position are full-time. Employment status refers to whether an employee is listed as working part or full time and is based on hours worked in a week.
| Status | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time | 91 | $45,000 |
Current employees
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