Equipment Operator - Drainage

Haltomcitytx; Haltom City (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Haltom City Public Works Department seeks an Equipment Operator to handle heavy machinery and support municipal maintenance programs. You will operate backhoes, loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks, excavators, rollers, and forklifts, performing routine inspections and basic preventive maintenance.

Position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, and a valid Class A Texas Driver's License. The role includes installing sod, mowing rights-of-way, and assisting in demolition and repair tasks, all

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of equipment operation experience preferred.
• Valid Class A Texas Driver's License or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment including backhoes, bobcats, front end loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks, excavators, rollers, and forklifts.
• Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and maintains safe operating condition.
• Excavates, grades, and backfills ditches; prepares soil for projects.
• Inspects storm drains using televising equipment and cleans as needed.
• Mows and maintains City lots and right-of-ways, installs sod.
• Cuts, trims, and removes trees and debris; assists in site cleanup.
• Supports demolition of City properties and disposes of demo materials.
• Welds and fabricates devices; repairs damaged equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Operates assigned equipment for the Haltom City Public Works Department; assists with maintenance activities for area of assignment; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties:

• Operates various types of heavy equipment including but not limited to backhoes, bobcats, front end loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks, excavators, rollers, and forklifts.
• Performs preventative maintenance to assigned equipment and assists in ensuring equipment is maintained in safe working condition.
• Excavates and backfills ditches; performs grading; digs ditches and prepares soil.
• Utilizes televising equipment to inspect storm drains and identify maintenance issues; cleans and maintains storm drains.
• Mows and maintains City lots and right-of-ways; installs sod.
• Cuts, trims, and chips trees; removes trees, brush, and debris from worksites.
• Participates in the demolition of property acquired by the City; disposes of demo materials.
• Welds and fabricates devices; repairs damaged equipment.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining departmental facilities as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Typical Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent, and one year equipment operation experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Depending on area of assignment, other specialized licenses or certifications may be required. Must possess a valid Class A Texas Driver's License.