Laborer in Training - Road & Bridge

Fort Bend County; United States; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,514,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking candidates to operate tractors and related equipment as part of road crews and mosquito spraying programs. Responsibilities include concrete work, equipment maintenance, and accountability for issued machinery.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, at least six months of work experience, and a valid Texas driver's license. Equal opportunity employer with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 6 months of work experience preferred.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Valid Texas Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates tractors, lawnmowers, weed-eaters and other equipment as needed.
• Performs work with road crews.
• Performs work with mosquito spraying program.
• Performs concrete work.
• Cleans and services machinery to ensure operating efficiency.
• Signs for and is held financially accountable for equipment issued.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Six months work experience

Job description

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

• Operates tractors, lawnmowers, weed-eaters and other equipment as needed.
• Performs work with road crews.
• Performs work with mosquito spraying program.
• Performs concrete work.
• Cleans and services machinery to ensure operating efficiency.
• Signs for and is held financially accountable for equipment 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.
• Six months work experience.
• Previous construction experience preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills; ability to deal effectively with other employees and the public.
• Must be able to follow instructions and complete assignments within time.
• Valid Texas Drivers License.

Salary range: $15.30 - $18.25 hourly based on qualifications.

Closing date: Upon filling positions.

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.

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.

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.