Equipment Operator III

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Flood Control District is seeking an Equipment Operator III responsible for operating various heavy equipment to maintain county channels and bayous. The role involves recording activities, supervising crew members when necessary, and performing job hazard assessments. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have two years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers outdoor work with exposure to various environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience required.
• Valid Class 'B' CDL Texas driver's license necessary.
• Experience with herbicide application is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and technical equipment to maintain channels and bayous.
• Record daily activities and assist in supervising crew members.
• Perform job hazard assessments and address obstacles.

Skills

Good verbal & written communication skills

Good analytical skills

Good diagnostic and troubleshooting skills

Ability to work well with a team

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment

Gasoline-powered equipment

Off-road vehicles

Job description

About Harris County Flood Control District:

The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County, the third most populated county in the United States, with a population in excess of 4.7 million, including the City of Houston, the nation’s fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county, which consist of approximately 1,500 channels totaling nearly 2,500 miles in length, as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins, totaling more than 10,000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens bayou.

What you will do at Harris County Flood Control District:

Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Equipment Operator III.

Reporting to the Crew Leader, the Equipment Operator III is responsible for operating a variety of heavy (large), mid-sized and small equipment, engines, attachments, and hand tools used to maintain the County's channels and bayous.

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Operate heavy and/or technical equipment such as large trash truck, airboats, skid steer, etc.
• Record work performed on daily activity sheet, track mileage and complete herbicide reports.
• Perform job hazard assessments, identify any obstacles to completing tasks and report to supervisor.
• Assist in the supervision of crew members when needed.
• Mix herbicide(s) in accordance with manufacturer’s label and dispense from truck, tractor, or 4-wheel drive extreme utility vehicles (XUV).
• Dislodge and remove drifts and debris from channels, basin, and vacant lots.
• May perform other duties that can be added or changed as the course and scope of the job directs.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call [phone] or email [e-mail]. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate .

Education:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Experience:

• Two (2) years of directly related work experience

Licensure:

• Valid Class “B” CDL Texas driver’s license with tank, standard shift endorsements or TDA herbicide license.

Knowledge Skills, and Abilities:

• Good verbal & written communication skills. Can effectively communicate with coworkers and the public.
• Good analytical skills in applying guidelines and adapting standard methods to fit facts and conditions.
• Good diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Can read and comprehend written materials, e.g., policies, procedures, operating instructions, and safety notices.
• Ability to work in an outdoor setting.
• Familiarity with operating gasoline- powered equipment and off-road vehicles.
• Ability to work well with a team in a field environment.
• Can work independently with limited to no supervision.

NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications.

Experience:

• Previous supervisory experience (preferred)

Position Type, Hours and Salary:

• Regular | Full-Time | Non-exempt

• 40 hours per week

• Salary: To be discussed at interview

Locations:

• Facilities Maintenance | 7522 Prairie Oak Drive Houston, TX 77086

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Frequent walking up and down steep slopes of ditches or on rough and uneven
• Frequent stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying of items up to 11 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
  
• Frequent driving of a vehicle with automatic controls and four-wheel drive.
  
• Occasional walking up and down steep slopes of ditches or on rough and uneven surfaces or ground such as sloping terrains, plowed or furrowed areas or construction sites.
  
• 100% of duties are performed outdoors where there will be routine exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, air pollution, wind, and dust.
  
• May be exposed to vegetation retardants, herbicides and fertilizers, petroleum products including but not limited to gasoline, oil, grease, diesel and other fuels and lubricants, snakes, wildlife, wasps, bees and other flying or walking insects, aquatic bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms, and vibration or noise in excess of 85 decibels.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.