Heavy Equipment Operator

City of Pharr, TX; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement

Job summary

City of Pharr in Texas is seeking a Full Time Heavy Equipment Operator to join our on-site team. You will operate a utility trailer transport and a range of heavy machinery, supporting city infrastructure projects with safety and efficiency.

The role offers a competitive annual salary of $30,400 and a benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, and Retirement. This hands-on position values problem-solving, reliability, and strong physical capability.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions in operating equipment.
• Familiarity with vehicle operation laws and ordinances.
• Experience with medium construction equipment and safe operation.
• Understanding traffic and highway safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to evaluate equipment safety hazards and adjust procedures.
• Analytical skill to predict system behavior under changing conditions.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and service automotive equipment.
• Sufficient physical strength for heavy labor tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate a utility trailer transport and manage smaller equipment such as shredders and slope mowers.
• Operate a range of machinery including dozers, loaders, graders, maintainers, bucket trucks, backhoes, and more.
• Perform related duties to support city services and safety.

Skills

Safety precautions

Vehicle laws

Medium equipment operation

Traffic safety rules

Medium equipment hazards

Systems thinking

Minor repairs

Physical strength

Job description

Join the City of Pharr as a Full Time Heavy Equipment Operator and immerse yourself in a dynamic work environment that prioritizes innovation and customer-centric solutions. This onsite role allows you to engage directly in impactful projects that shape our community, all while operating state-of-the-art machinery. With an annual salary of $30,400.00, you'll receive competitive compensation that reflects your skills and dedication. At City of Pharr, we believe in problem-solving and forward-thinking, helping you grow professionally while contributing to a vibrant culture. You’ll be part of a team that values energy and professionalism, making a tangible difference in the city.

You can get great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, and Retirement. Bring your expertise to Pharr, TX, and help us build a brighter future for our community!

Are you excited about this Heavy Equipment Operator job?

As a Full Time Heavy Equipment Operator with the City of Pharr, you will play a vital role in efficiently maintaining and enhancing the city's infrastructure. Your primary responsibility will be to operate a utility trailer transport while occasionally managing smaller equipment such as shredders and slope mowers. You’ll have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills on a diverse range of machinery, including dozers, front-end loaders, motor graders, maintainers, bucket trucks, backhoes, low-boys, flatbeds, pavers, rollers, forklifts, vector trucks, and street sweepers (both vacuum and mechanical). This position is perfect for those who thrive in a hands-on environment and enjoy the challenge of problem-solving. Additionally, you will perform other related duties as assigned, contributing to the effective operation of essential city services.

Are you the Heavy Equipment Operator we're looking for?

To excel as a Full Time Heavy Equipment Operator at the City of Pharr, candidates must possess a comprehensive understanding of the occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary for operating various equipment. A solid grasp of the laws and ordinances regulating vehicle operation is crucial, along with knowledge of effective traffic and highway safety rules. Successful operators should also demonstrate expertise in the operation of medium construction equipment and be skilled in determining how systems function and how changes in conditions may impact outcomes.

The ability to perform minor repairs and adjustments, as well as to service automotive equipment, is essential. Furthermore, candidates must demonstrate sufficient physical strength to carry out demanding labor tasks efficiently and safely. This role requires a proactive approach to safety and a commitment to maintaining high operational standards within our community.

Knowledge And Skills Required For The Position Are

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and of safety precautions in operating equipment.
• Knowledge of the laws and ordinances regulating the operation of vehicles.
• Knowledge and Skill in the effective operation of medium construction equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and of effective precautionary measures necessary to avoid accidents.
• Knowledge of the hazards involved in the use of medium equipment and of the safety precautions to be taken.
• Skill in determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments and to service automotive equipment.
• Sufficient physical strength to perform heavy labor work.

Must pass a thorough criminal background check due to the sensitivity of the information handled by this position.

Salary: $30400 per year