EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II - Pct. 4 - Commissioner

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 traffic control, and performing routine maintenance. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience. Strong benefits package offered.

Benefits

Superior health benefits

Retirement benefits

Insurance benefits

Qualifications

• One year of related work experience or five years of related work experience.
• Must provide proof of educational attainment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Equipment Operation

Traffic Control

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description: 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. Click here for more information.

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 the work site.
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 years of experience/education or be disqualified.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED plus one (1) year of related work experience, OR
• Five (5) years of related work experience.

Licenses:

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

Additional Requirements:

• Must pass pre-placement physical examination and DOT drug test.
• Must provide proof of educational attainment at new hire processing.

Background Checks: Tarrant County conducts background checks, including criminal history, credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, and educational verification. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic disqualification; each case is considered individually.

While performing duties, the incumbent may need to stoop, bend, push, pull, lift heavy objects up to 100 pounds, and may be exposed to hazardous chemicals and extreme weather conditions.