Equipment Operator – Public Works – J01510 - 01200

Crescent Electric Supply Company; United States; On-site; USD 32,400 - 39,600; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Electric Supply Company is seeking a dedicated truck driver to operate various trucks and heavy equipment. This role involves construction and maintenance of streets and other facilities, requiring readiness for emergencies. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in safe equipment operation and a clean driving record.

Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED, along with a Texas Class 'C' Driver License. The job also offers the chance to supervise small teams and receive training on equipment maintenance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a good understanding of safety standards.
• Ability to lift and move heavy materials.
• Possess effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate various trucks and heavy equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections.
• Supervise and direct work of a patch crew as assigned.

Skills

Safe operation of heavy equipment

Ability to perform minor repairs

Good driving record

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Texas Class 'C' Driver License

Job description

Base Pay: $17.38 Hourly.

SUMMARY

Drives various kinds of trucks and operates various types of equipment engaged in the construction, repair and maintenance of streets, landfills, alleys, county facilities, grounds and in clearing rights‑of‑way. The employee is required to be on duty before, during and after natural disasters and emergencies, as directed by the supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Regularly operates, inspects and evaluates machinery, equipment and systems to include front‑end loaders, pneumatic roller, flat wheel roller, maintainer, tractor‑operated auger, chip spreader, sheepsfoot roller, sweeper, compactor and other equipment as assigned. Checks oil, water, fuel, tires and hydraulic system and makes appropriate adjustments to ensure the vehicle or equipment is in proper operating condition prior to leaving for the job site.

Performs routine maintenance support and activities to include maintenance and construction work, drainage work, traffic control, right‑of‑way mowing, etc. Drives a dump truck or other truck hauling materials and equipment to construction or repair sites. Operates heavy equipment such as a maintainer in a trainee status. Performs preventive maintenance work and makes minor repairs on equipment (including welding).

Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Depending on assignment, may supervise and/or direct the work of a patch crew on an intermittent basis. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with Nueces County organization policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include training employees, planning, assigning and directing work and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any employee who drives a vehicle on official business must have a driving record which meets standards set by the County and the County’s insurance carrier.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Less than high school education; high school diploma or GED certificate preferred but not required, plus a minimum of one year of experience as a truck driver or equipment operator. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered for current Nueces County employees only.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common‑sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a Texas Class “C” Driver License.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Good knowledge of the safe operation of the equipment used and of the provisions of the Texas Motor Vehicle Code relating to operation of such motorized equipment. Ability to service and make minor repairs on equipment and to know safety standards and prevent hazards. Ability to operate or learn to operate equipment effectively and safely. Ability to understand and follow oral instructions. Good driving record. Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear and regularly lifts and/or moves up to 10 pounds and frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee frequently works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.