EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II - Pct. 3

Tarrant County; Texas; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County is seeking an Equipment Operator for County roads and city projects. The role involves operating equipment for maintenance and construction, ensuring safety at work sites, and performing routine maintenance on vehicles. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and relevant experience. Strong physical capabilities are required due to the nature of the work.

Benefits

Superior health benefits

Retirement benefits

Insurance benefits

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience or five years without formal education.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive trucks or light equipment.
• Perform road maintenance and construction duties.
• Control traffic flow at work sites.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Traffic Control

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description for Equipment Operator - County Roads and City Projects

Operate equipment involved in the maintenance and construction of County roads and city projects.

Note: POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME AFTER A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED.

Benefits: Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits. For more information, please visit: http://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/human-resources/employee-benefits.html

Responsibilities:

1. Operate and/or drive trucks or light equipment.
2. Perform road maintenance or construction duties while operating equipment.
3. Transport equipment and supplies as needed.
4. Control traffic flow at work sites.
5. Perform routine maintenance on equipment or trucks and report needed repairs.
6. Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Note: You must fill out the work history and education sections of the application to demonstrate the required experience or education; otherwise, you will be disqualified.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED + one (1) full-time year of related work experience, or
• Five (5) full-time years of related work experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

• A current and valid Class C driver license is required upon hire.
• Class A CDL with tanker endorsement is required within eight (8) months of hire.

Additional Requirements:

• Must take and pass a pre-placement physical examination and DOT drug test.
• If hired, must provide proof of educational attainment during new hire processing.

Background checks will be conducted, including criminal background, and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, and educational verification. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic disqualifier; each case is considered individually.

Physical demands include stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting objects up to 100 pounds, and exposure to hazardous chemicals, extreme heat, and cold.