Equipment Operator - Drainage District

Fort Bend County; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a field maintenance worker to apply herbicides and insecticides along drainage channels and road rights of way, perform repairs to signs and fences, and complete concrete work. The role includes mowing and reporting chemical usage, with readiness to assist in emergency management during local disasters.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, a valid Texas driver's license, and the ability to follow

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of related experience and ability to operate required equipment.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License and good driving skills.
• Herbicide and insecticide certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work within time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Sprays herbicide and insecticide along drainage channels 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.

Skills

Driver's license

Interpersonal skills

Ability to follow instructions

Experience in related job

Herbicide & insecticide certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers)

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

• Sprays herbicide and insecticide chemicals along drainage channels, ditches and road easements.
• Repairs signs, fences and watergates; performs concrete work.
• Patches pot holes 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 activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• One year of job related experience; ability to operate required equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License. Good driving skills.
• Good interpersonal skills along with the ability to deal effectively with other employees, follow instructions and complete assignments within time constraints.
• Herbicide and Insecticide Certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

SALARY RANGE

$18.31 - $22.89 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE

Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.