Equipment Operator I

Gfoat; Lufkin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,083,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lufkin's Water & Sewer Utilities is seeking an Equipment Operator I to operate and maintain light machinery, support city infrastructure, and help ensure reliable water and sewer services. The role reports to the Field Supervisor and requires safety focus, teamwork, and a valid driver's license.

This full‑time, non‑exempt position offers an hourly rate of 15.80, potential CDL consideration, and on‑call duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class C Driver's License with clean record; CDL Texas preferred.
• Able to obtain C Water Distribution/Wastewater Treatment License within 36 months of hire.
• One year of equipment operation experience.
• Experience operating backhoes, bulldozers, excavators.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the City's water and sewer systems, infrastructure, facilities, and grounds.
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled labor, maintenance, and repair work.
• Operate motorized/specialized equipment for construction, repair, and maintenance.
• Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Complete daily logs and reports.
• Is assigned to an on-call schedule as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety mindset

Team player

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Class C Driver's License

CDL Texas

Water license (C)

Job description

Water & Sewer Utilities

Equipment Operator I

REPORTS TO: Field Supervisor

HOURLY RATE: $15.80

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

DESCRIPTION

Responsible for operating and maintaining various types of light machinery and equipment.
This role requires attention to detail, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• A Valid Class C Driver's License is required along with a clean driving record. Class A
• CDL Texas Driver License is preferred.
• Ability to obtain a "C" Water Distribution/Wastewater Treatment License within 36
• months of hire.
• One (1) year of operational experience in the operation and maintenance of equipment
• and trucks.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the geographic layout of the city.
• Knowledgeable about the operating characteristics, methods, techniques, procedures,
• and maintenance of machines and equipment operated.
• Skill in the setup and operation of tools associated with construction grading and
• excavating process.
• Skill in the operations of motorized/specialized equipment and vehicles for
• construction, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand written guidelines from manuals, blueprints, and
• regulations.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Assists in maintaining the City's water and sewer systems, infrastructure, facilities, and
• grounds, following all city ordinances, state and federal regulations, and procedures.
• Performs skilled and semi-skilled general labor, maintenance, and repair work.
• Operates a variety of motorized/specialized equipment and vehicles for construction,
• repair, and maintenance (e.g., backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators).
• Inspects, cleans, and performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Complete required daily logs and reports.
• Is assigned to an on-call schedule as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position is an essential service position and will require providing services during emergency situations.

Visit our website www.cityoflufkin.com or contact the Human Resources Department at Lufkin
City Hall, 300 E. Shepherd Ave., Suite 226, Lufkin, TX 75901, Phone [phone]