Drainage Equipment Operator - Field Maintenance Reporting

Fort Bend

Rosenberg (TX)

On-site

USD 25,223 - 31,533

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking an Equipment Operator for the Drainage District in Rosenberg, TX. The role requires operating drainage-related machinery, performing repairs, mowing, and reporting on chemical usage, with a focus on maintaining drainage channels and roadside easements.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, one year of related experience, and a valid Texas driver’s license. The position offers full-time hours and an opportunity to contribute to emergency management efforts

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
One year of related experience preferred.
Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
Good interpersonal skills and teamwork.
Ability to operate required equipment.

Responsibilities

Sprays herbicide and insecticide chemicals along drainage channels, ditches and road easements.
Repairs signs, fences and watergates; performs concrete work.
Patches potholes and grades drainage channels and elevations.
Mows county drainage channels, ditches and road easements.
Prepares and submits reports regarding chemical usage.
Sprays and spreads seeds and fertilizer along drainage channels and easements.
Performs shop duties and other duties as necessary.
Accountable for all equipment and uniforms issued.
Participates in emergency management duties during local disasters as directed by county managers.