Equipment Operator - Road & Bridge

Fort Bend County; Needville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Maintenance Worker to spray herbicide and insecticide along drainage channels, repair signs and watergates, and perform related concrete and mowing tasks. You will also assist with reporting chemical usage and support emergency management duties during local disasters.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED, one year of related experience, ability to operate required equipment, and a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of related experience; ability to operate required equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Good driving skills.
• Herbicide and Insecticide Certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Sprays herbicide and insecticide chemicals along drainage channels, ditches and road easements.
• Repairs signs, fences and watergates; performs concrete work.
• Patches pot holes and grades drainage channels and elevations.
• Mows county drainage channels, ditches and road easements.
• Prepares and submits reports regarding chemical usage.
• Sprays and spreads seeds and fertilizer along drainage channels and easements.
• Performs shop duties and other duties as necessary.
• Accountable for all equipment and uniforms issued.
• Participates in emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by county managers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to follow instructions

Time management

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Herbicide Certification

Insecticide Certification

Texas Driver's License

Job description

Job Summary

If you are a current Fort Bend County employee (excluding election workers): Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Responsibilities

• Sprays herbicide and insecticide chemicals along drainage channels, ditches and road easements.
• Repairs signs, fences and watergates; performs concrete work.
• Patches pot holes and grades drainage channels and elevations.
• Mows county drainage channels, ditches and road easements.
• Prepares and submits reports regarding chemical usage.
• Sprays and spreads seeds and fertilizer along drainage channels and easements.
• Performs shop duties and other duties as necessary.
• Accountable for all equipment and uniforms issued.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• One year of job related experience; ability to operate required equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Good driving skills.
• Good interpersonal skills along with the ability to deal effectively with other employees, follow instructions and complete assignments within time constraints.
• Herbicide and Insecticide Certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Salary & Closing Date

Salary range: $18.49 - $23.12 hourly based on qualifications.
Closing date: Upon filling position.

Benefits

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Equal Opportunity and Disability

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply. Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

Additional Information

Fort Bend is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized not only on the creed of real estate: location, location, location, but also on the "quality of life" that is so sought after by families looking for the right place to call "home". Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like-minded people, and help change the community.