Equipment Operator I – City Utilities & Streets

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dallas is seeking an Equipment Operator to support city facilities and utilities. You will operate light to moderately complex construction equipment, follow safety procedures, and help maintain streets, sewers, and other infrastructure.

A valid CDL and at least two years of heavy equipment experience are required. You will also perform routine minor repairs, prepare daily activity reports, and assist with material handling on construction sites.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience operating medium off-road automotive equipment used in excavation, construction, utility, landfill and/or street sweeping operations.
• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with good driving record.
• Must pass background check.
• Must pass 24/7 emergency readiness requirements.
• Must obtain Texas CDL if license issued by another state.

Responsibilities

• Operates, drives, and safely uses light to moderately complex equipment for City and utility maintenance; operates backhoes, excavators, loaders and street sweepers.
• Drives truck and trailer to transport earth-moving equipment to job sites, adhering to safety standards.
• Loads, transports, and unloads materials such as sand, asphalt, gravel to supply construction projects.
• Performs minor mechanical repairs and maintenance to keep equipment in operating condition.
• Cleans storage areas and construction sites to maintain appearance and safety.
• Completes daily activity reports to document progress and help allocate resources.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Motor skills

Speed control

Multiple equipment

Minor repairs

Team relationships

Job description

The City of Dallas is seeking an Equipment Operator to support city facilities and utilities. You will operate light to moderately complex construction equipment, follow safety procedures, and help maintain streets, sewers, and other infrastructure.

A valid CDL and at least two years of heavy equipment experience are required. You will also perform routine minor repairs, prepare daily activity reports, and assist with material handling on construction sites.