Driver/Equipment Operator I - Transportation & Eng

Denton County, TX; Sanger (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Denton County, Texas is seeking an entry-level Driver/Equipment Operator I to perform road maintenance, transport materials, and operate light to medium-duty vehicles such as mowers, tractors, and light trucks. The role emphasizes safety, routine inspections, and supporting installation of signs and guardrails.

Preferred qualifications include Class B CDL with N endorsement and prior municipal road maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Class C driver's license is required.
• Preferred: Class B CDL with N endorsement.
• Prior municipal road maintenance experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates light to medium-duty equipment, including loaders, tractors with mowers, and pneumatic rollers.
• Transports materials such as gravel, asphalt, and dirt to and from various work sites.
• Performs manual labor tasks, including shoveling, raking, and clearing debris from roadways and culverts.
• Conducts daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment, performing minor maintenance as needed.
• Assists with the installation and repair of road signs, guardrails, and culverts.
• Implements basic traffic control measures (flagging) at work sites to ensure crew and public safety.
• Cleans and maintains tools and equipment to ensure operational readiness.

Skills

Safety-mindedness

Equipment operation

Road maintenance support

Traffic control/flagging

Municipal road maintenance experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Class C Driver's License

Class B CDL with N endorsement (preferred)

Job description

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.

The Driver/Equipment Operator I performs entry-level semi-skilled work in the operation of light to medium-duty vehicles and equipment for road maintenance and construction projects. This role is responsible for the safe transport of materials and the operation of equipment such as mowers, tractors, and light trucks. The Operator I assists in the manual repair and maintenance of County roads, bridges, and drainage systems, ensuring all work is performed in accordance with safety standards.

1. Operates light to medium-duty equipment, including loaders, tractors with mowers, and pneumatic rollers.
2. Transports materials such as gravel, asphalt, and dirt to and from various work sites.
3. Performs manual labor tasks, including shoveling, raking, and clearing debris from roadways and culverts.
4. Conducts daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment, performing minor maintenance as needed.
5. Assists with the installation and repair of road signs, guardrails, and culverts.
6. Implements basic traffic control measures (flagging) at work sites to ensure crew and public safety.
7. Cleans and maintains tools and equipment to ensure operational readiness.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• Possession of a valid Class C Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Class B Commercial Driver's License with "N" endorsement issued by the State of Texas.
• Previous experience in municipal road maintenance.