Equipment Operator: Drainage & Road Maintenance

fortbendcountytx

Needville (TX)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 32,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

TCDRS retirement plan

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Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a skilled employee to perform grounds and maintenance tasks, including application of herbicides and insecticides along drainage channels and road easements. You will repair signs, fences, and watergates, and assist with concrete work and drainage grading.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, and a valid Texas driver's license. Certification in herbicide/insecticide must be obtained within six months of hire, with

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
One year of related experience; ability to operate required equipment.
Herbicide and Insecticide Certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

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 related to emergency management during a local state of disaster.