Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL

Waco Texas; Waco (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join their dedicated team. This role emphasizes safety, precision, and reliability while operating various heavy machinery to maintain and repair streets and infrastructure. With a competitive starting salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. Ideal candidates will have a valid Texas Class A CDL and experience in heavy equipment operations. Join a team where your work truly matters and contribute to the betterment of your community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Retirement Plan with City Match

Paid Parental Leave

Education Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in heavy equipment operations.
• Valid Texas Class A CDL required at interview.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized trucks and heavy equipment for street maintenance.
• Inspect and maintain vehicles and equipment for safety.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Precision Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy Machinery

Specialized Trucks

Job description

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Summary
Minimum Starting Salary: $22.6600 per hour

The City Of Waco Seeks
The City of Waco is seeking a skilled and dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience operating various heavy machinery. This role requires a strong focus on safety, precision, and reliability to ensure smooth operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent
• One year experience in heavy equipment operations.
• Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License is required at the time of interview. Tanker endorsement will be required within 180 days of employment.
• Specialized training and licensing may be required for some incumbents.

Position Description
Under basic supervision, performs semi-skilled work in the operation of specialized trucks and heavy motorized equipment used for a variety of job functions in the Streets Division.

Essential Functions

• Operates a variety of specialized trucks and heavy motorized equipment to repair and maintain streets, roadways, and infrastructure in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; hauls materials and transports vehicles and equipment to job sites; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Inspects and cleans vehicles, equipment, and tools for proper operating condition; repairs, maintains and adjusts equipment; maintains usage logs; recognizes, avoids and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries; controls work projects to assure that safety rules and regulations are followed and that the work zone and all equipment are in safe operating condition.

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco

• Meaningful and challenging work
• Make a difference and improve communities
• Competitive Salary and Benefits
• Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Longevity Pay
• And More!
• Chance to do work you are passionate about
• Desire to give back