Equipment Operator

City of North Richland Hills, Texas; North Richland Hills (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of North Richland Hills is seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator to support water, wastewater and storm drain projects. You will operate heavy construction machinery, perform routine maintenance, and assist crew with manual tasks while prioritizing safety.

Typical schedule is five days a week with day shifts; candidates must have a valid Texas Class A CDL with tanker endorsement and at least two years of related experience. Public safety awareness is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience operating and servicing heavy duty construction equipment.
• Valid Texas Class A CDL with tanker endorsement is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction equipment to install and repair water, wastewater, and storm drain lines.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and repair as necessary.
• Ensure safety of the worksite and direct traffic as needed.
• Document completed work and interface with City employees and residents.
• Assist crew with manual tasks and street repairs.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Equipment servicing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years experience (heavy equipment)

Tools

Texas CDL Class A with tanker endorsement

Job description

The purpose of this position is to operate heavy equipment and machinery to assist in the installation and repair of the City's water, wastewater, and storm drain lines. This is accomplished by preparing machinery and equipment for use, operating heavy utility construction equipment, performing preventative maintenance on equipment, repairing equipment as necessary, ensuring safety of public and assisting crew with manual tasks. Other duties may include directing traffic, ensuring worksite and work crew safety, assisting with street repairs, operating street equipment, maintaining vehicles, documenting work completed, and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position does provide direction to other employees.

Why Work for the City of North Richland Hills?

As an employee of the City of North Richland Hills you will experience more than just a job, more than a paycheck. Working for the City of North Richland Hills means becoming a member of our family and reaping the benefits that go along with it.

Insurance

Full time employees are offered a complete line of benefits, which includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance equal to three times your salary, and optional supplemental life insurance and long-term disability programs.

Retirement

As a full time, employee, you will become a member of the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with the City of North Richland Hills making contributions towards your account. You can also put savings toward retirement in the voluntary 457 deferred compensation plan.

Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave

The city offers vacation and sick leave, as well as ten paid holidays. Full time employees earn three weeks of vacation during their first year of employment and 10 hours of sick leave a month.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience in operating and servicing heavy duty construction equipment and related equipment.
• Valid Texas Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.

Additional Information

Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Thursday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.