Lead Equipment Operator - Heavy Highway Maintenance

Texas Department of Transportation; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation seeks a technically skilled equipment operator to perform highly complex transportation maintenance tasks. You will operate a range of heavy equipment and assist with safety, traffic control, and PMI documentation.

The role requires training others, supporting law enforcement at accident sites, and ensuring work aligns with project specifications. A valid Texas driver's license and CDL for equipment operation are required, with no formal education needed.

Qualifications

• Education: No education required.
• Experience: 2 years in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation; college education or training may substitute on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Trains other employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Assist in providing support to local law enforcement at accident sites and assist stranded motorists as required.
• Assist with traffic control and set up cones, signs, and barricades; flag traffic.
• Complete timekeeping, equipment forms, inventory, and PMI checklists; record progress.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Communication

Drive and ride in vehicle

Independent work

Education

No education required

Job description

Texas Department of Transportation seeks a technically skilled equipment operator to perform highly complex transportation maintenance tasks. You will operate a range of heavy equipment and assist with safety, traffic control, and PMI documentation.

The role requires training others, supporting law enforcement at accident sites, and ensuring work aligns with project specifications. A valid Texas driver's license and CDL for equipment operation are required, with no formal education needed.