Equipment Operator

Texas Department of Transportation; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave

Career Development and Advancement

Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Fort Bend Maintenance is seeking an Equipment Operator I to perform complex maintenance tasks using heavy machinery. The role supports local roadways and emergency responses, with focus on safety and precision in operation.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of relevant equipment operation experience, a valid driver’s license, and Texas CDL. The position offers full-time hours and a path for skill development within the TxDOT Fort Bend team.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in maintenance or construction equipment operation.
• No education required.
• Valid Texas driver's license; subclass for equipment operation.
• Must have Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist local law enforcement at accident sites and assist stranded motorists as required.
• Assist with traffic control by placing and gathering cones, signs, and barricades; flag traffic.
• Operate complex heavy equipment listed in responsibilities.
• May supervise a work crew and ensure project specifications are met.
• May train other employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Perform heavy equipment operations for roadway maintenance and repairs.
• Coordinate equipment operations for daily assignments.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Driver's license

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Team coordination

Tools

Tractor-trailer haul truck

Motor grader

Excavator

Bulldozer

Crane

Herbicide truck

Dump truck

Job description

• Climbing - ascending/descending ladders. stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc.

Performs complex transportation maintenance work operating heavy equipment such as: a tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, profiling/milling machine, and dump truck. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required.
• Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
• Operates one or more types of complex heavy equipment such as tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt profiling/milling machine and dump truck.
• May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.
• May train other employees on the operation of equipment and safety procedures
• Operates heavy equipment performing highly complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs.
• May coordinate equipment operations for daily work assignments.
• Conducts herbicide application operations and oversees the procurement and inventory management of herbicide supplies.
• Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posting warning signs, helping the public and performing other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents and hazardous material spills
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: No education required.

Experience: 1 year experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License for equipment operation at time of application

Preferred Qualifications:

Extensive knowledge of operating 6/10 yard dump trucks, loaders, skid steer, and herbicide truck.

Competencies:

• Considerable knoweldge of:
  • Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance
• Some knowledge of:
  • Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
• Proficient skill in:
  • Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
  • Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
  • Operating light and heavy highway equipment
  • Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
  • Maintaining a safe working environment
• Ability to:
  • Communicate effectively
  • Follow verbal and written instructions
  • Drive and ride in a vehicle for extended periods

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Climbing - ascending/descending ladders. stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc.
• Stooping - bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
• Reaching - extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Walking - moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Hearing - perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Visual Acuity - operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills
• Visual Acuity - operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Conditions of Employment:

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.

Position Information

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in your community? Join the TxDOT Fort Bend Maintenance Office and help maintain safe, reliable roadways throughout Fort Bend County and the surrounding area. Our team of approximately 30 dedicated employees performs a wide variety of highway and roadway maintenance activities, including operating and maintaining light and heavy equipment, roadway repairs, pothole and edge repairs, brush and vegetation control, sign installation and maintenance, and much more. Equipment Operators play an important role in ensuring equipment is properly operated, maintained, and ready to safely complete daily maintenance operations. Safety is at the center of everything we do. Employees are expected to maintain strong work-zone awareness, follow established safety practices, and work together as a team to protect themselves, their coworkers, and the traveling public. We are looking for dependable individuals who take pride in their work, work well with others, and are committed to providing quality service to the community. At TxDOT, you will have opportunities to gain valuable experience, receive training, develop new skills, and grow your career while serving the public. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, solving problems, and want to take pride in helping maintain Texas roadways for your friends, family, and neighbors, we encourage you to apply and become part of the TxDOT Fort Bend Maintenance team!

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Job

Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Oct 14, 2026, 9:48:55 AM

State Job Title/s

Equipment Operator I

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category. https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.