Heavy Equipment Operator: Road & Utility Maintenance

Texas Department of Transportation; San Saba (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedules

Paid leave and holidays

Health premiums 100% for full-time

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in San Saba, TX is seeking an Equipment Operator to perform heavy equipment operations, routine maintenance, and safety tasks on roadway projects. The role requires operating multiple heavy machines and coordinating with local crews to maintain road infrastructure.

Responsibilities include PMIs, assisting with traffic control, and ensuring equipment is properly secured when relocating.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation.
• Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications available with related college education or training.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, excavator, bulldozer, crane, and paving machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections (PMI) and minor repairs.
• Assist with traffic control and safety procedures on site.
• Relocate equipment on haul trailers and ensure proper securing.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Equipment maintenance

Traffic control

Time management

Education

Texas Class A CDL

Tools

PMI inspections

Job description

Texas Department of Transportation in San Saba, TX is seeking an Equipment Operator to perform heavy equipment operations, routine maintenance, and safety tasks on roadway projects. The role requires operating multiple heavy machines and coordinating with local crews to maintain road infrastructure.

Responsibilities include PMIs, assisting with traffic control, and ensuring equipment is properly secured when relocating.