Heavy Equipment Operator - Street & Snow Ops

City of Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lubbock is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support street and right-of-way maintenance. The role involves operating backhoes, loaders, skid steers, and trucks, performing routine maintenance, and assisting with on-call weather-related snow operations as needed.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Texas driver license, and obtain a CDL within one year of hire; a physical exam is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; preference for experience operating motorized construction equipment.
• Valid TX Driver License.
• CDL within one year of hire.
• Physical exam required.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of heavy equipment used in construction or maintenance.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely; perform maintenance and field repairs; and follow written/oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe (less than 5 feet), mower, dump truck, front end loader, skid steer, salt spreaders, and other construction equipment of comparable size and complexity.
• Maintain and service equipment and trucks.
• Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles.
• Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned.
• Perform related duties as directed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Equipment maintenance

Field repairs

Reading and following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

City of Lubbock is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support street and right-of-way maintenance. The role involves operating backhoes, loaders, skid steers, and trucks, performing routine maintenance, and assisting with on-call weather-related snow operations as needed.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Texas driver license, and obtain a CDL within one year of hire; a physical exam is required.