Lead Equipment Operator II – Heavy Machinery

City of Wylie, Texas; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Health/Dental/Vision

HSA available

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick leave

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Direct Deposit

Recreation membership

Job summary

The City of Wylie, Texas seeks an Equipment Operator to maintain City systems by operating heavy machinery such as dump trucks and backhoes. This role involves excavation work, coordinating with crews, and ensuring safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma, a Texas Driver's License within 60 days, and NIMS training, with CDL and backhoe certification preferred. This is a full-time, outdoor position in a municipal department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain Texas Driver's License within 60 days of hire.
• Completion of NIMS training as outlined by Emergency Management.

Responsibilities

• Operates dump truck and backhoe; drives heavy equipment in City maintenance.
• Executes excavation work for water/sewer and street projects.
• Supervises daily work orders and crew members as needed.
• Ensures safety, proper operation, and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Outdoor work ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NIMS training

Texas Driver's License (within 60 days)

Tools

Class A CDL

Backhoe Certification

TMUTCD Work Zone Safety

Confined Space Certification

Job description

The City of Wylie, Texas seeks an Equipment Operator to maintain City systems by operating heavy machinery such as dump trucks and backhoes. This role involves excavation work, coordinating with crews, and ensuring safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma, a Texas Driver's License within 60 days, and NIMS training, with CDL and backhoe certification preferred. This is a full-time, outdoor position in a municipal department.