Equipment Operator III

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Flood Control District in Houston seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator III to operate a variety of heavy and mid-sized equipment used to maintain channels and bayous. The role includes documentation, supervision support, and field maintenance, with a 40-hour work week in a full-time capacity.

Qualified candidates need a High School Diploma/GED, two years of related experience, and a valid Texas Class B CDL with tank endorsement or a TDA herbicide license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of directly related work experience operating heavy equipment.
• Valid Texas Class B CDL with tank endorsement or a TDA herbicide license.
• Good verbal and written communication; ability to work with a team in outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and mid-sized equipment such as large trucks and skid steers.
• Record daily work, track mileage, and complete herbicide reports.
• Assist in supervising crew members when needed.
• Dislodge debris from channels, basins, and vacant lots.
• Adapt to evolving district needs and responsibilities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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:

The Harris County Flood Control District (District) is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Heavy Equipment Operator III, who will be 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 & Duties:

Equipment Operation

• Operate heavy and/or technical equipment such as large trash trucks, airboats, skid steers, etc.

• Mix herbicide(s) in accordance with the manufacturer’s label and dispense from truck, tractor, or 4-wheel drive extreme utility vehicles (XUV).

Documentation & Reporting

• Record work performed on the daily activity sheet, track mileage, and complete herbicide reports.

• Perform job hazard assessments, identify any obstacles to completing tasks, and report to the supervisor.

Supervision & Team Support

• Assist in the supervision of crew members when needed.

Field Maintenance

• Dislodge and remove drifts and debris from channels, basins, and vacant lots.

Additional Responsibilities and Duties

• Assume additional responsibilities as required, adapting to the District's evolving demands, responsibilities, needs, and objectives.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

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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/GED or equivalency

Experience:

• Requires two (2) years of directly related work experience operating heavy equipment or in a similar field.

Required Licenses:

• A valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tank, standard shift endorsements, OR a TDA herbicide license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Good verbal & written communication skills.

• Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers and the public.

• Good analytical skills in applying guidelines and adapting standard methods to fit facts and conditions.

• 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.

• Ability to 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 but ONLY 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:

• Regular Full Time

Hours:

• 40 hours per week

Salary:

• To be discussed at the interview

Location:

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

Physical Demands & Environmental Exposure:

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

• Frequently walking up and down steep slopes of ditches or on rough and uneven surfaces or ground such as sloping terrain, plowed or furrowed areas, or construction sites.

• Frequent stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying items up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds.

• Frequent driving of vehicles with automatic and four-wheel drive controls.

• Occasional ascending and descending stairs.

• 100% of duties are performed outdoors where there will be routine exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, air pollution, wind, and dust.

• Will be exposed to vegetation retardants, herbicides, and fertilizers.

• Will be exposed to petroleum products, including but not limited to gasoline, oil, grease, diesel, and other fuels and lubricants.

• Will be exposed to snakes, wildlife, wasps, bees, and other flying or walking insects.

• May be exposed to aquatic bacteria, viruses, and other micro-organisms.

• May be exposed to vibration or noise in excess of 85 decibels.

• May be exposed to fluids, compounds, or chemicals used in cleaning offices and work areas.

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.