Light Equipment Operator – Stormwater Specialization

City of Georgetown, TX; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Georgetown, Texas, seeks a Light Equipment Operator for the Stormwater specialization to maintain streets, drainage systems, and right-of-way infrastructure. Under supervision, you will operate a range of equipment and support city projects related to stormwater management.

Strong knowledge of safety, equipment manuals, and clear communication is required. A Texas driver's license is mandatory; progression toward Class A CDL may be required within months of hire.

Qualifications

• 6 months of full-time work experience in related tasks or any combination of experience/education/training providing required knowledge and abilities.
• Knowledge of municipal street/drainage infrastructure maintenance.
• Ability to read and follow safety regulations and equipment manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Willingness to operate light and heavy equipment and assist in various assignments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and perform maintenance on light and heavy equipment for streets, stormwater, and right-of-way projects.
• Assist in maintenance, repair, and construction of city infrastructure.
• Operate trucks and equipment such as dump trucks, mowers, and street sweeping equipment.
• Prepare tools and materials for work assignments and coordinate with other departments.
• Assist with traffic control setup and monitoring as needed.
• May serve as lead for assigned staff and participate in on-call duties.

Skills

Operating heavy machinery

Reading manuals

Safety procedures

Communication

Team leadership optional

Problem solving

Tools

Dump trucks

Concrete finishing tools

Herbicide sprayers

Weed eaters

Saws

Backhoe

Mini excavator

Street sweeper

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Under the general supervision of an assigned lead or Foreman operates a variety of light and heavy equipment in the maintenance, repairs, and construction of the City of Georgetown street, stormwater (drainage), and right-of-way infrastructure. Performs work in accordance with City standards and specifications. The Light Equipment Operator role includes two specialization areas. All operators perform shared essential functions to ensure safe and effective equipment operation. Each operator is assigned to a specialization, which includes additional duties and technical skills unique to that focus. This posting is for the stormwater specialization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates, and performs general maintenance on a variety of light and heavy equipment.
• Participate in the maintenance, repair, and construction of City infrastructure
• Operates various trucks, and equipment including dump trucks, pickups, mowers, etc
• Operates and maintains small tools, such as concrete finishing tools, sprayers containing herbicides, weed-eaters, saws, and other equipment
• Trims, removes, and chips fallen and overgrown trees.
• Re-grades, and cleans ditches, culverts, storm sewers, and ponds to reduce and minimize flooding.
• Sets forms for curbs and drain inlets.
• Performs concrete maintenance including forming, setting rebar, pouring and finishing for curbs, streets, driveways, sidewalks, etc. in accordance with ADA standards and specifications.
• Participates in asphalt maintenance such as raking, rolling, grading, sanding, and patching potholes on streets and right of way.
• Conducts and documents safety inspections of vehicles and equipment, wear protective and safety gear as indicated for the work assignment.
• Prepares tools, materials, supplies and equipment necessary to complete work assignments.
• Participates in the set up and removal of Traffic Control as needed.
• Coordinates and assists other areas of Operations
• Transport equipment to and from assigned worksites.
• Performs essential duties during emergencies
• May serve as lead for assigned staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Light Equipment Operator – Stormwater Specialized Functions

• Traffic control setup and monitoring.
• Street sweeping.
• Mowing.
• Construction or cleaning of underground stormwater systems.
• Grading.
• Construction, repair or maintenance of stormwater ponds.
• Operating motor grader, backhoe, mini excavator, street sweeper.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Six (6) months of full-time work experience performing work that is consistent with the essential and specialized functions for this classification.
• OR Any combination of experience, education and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Knowledge of:

• Maintenance and repair related to municipal infrastructure. (streets, sidewalks, drainage)
• Occupational safety and health regulations, practices and procedures for assignment area.
• Basic understanding related to the construction of street & stormwater drainage infrastructure.

Skill in:

• Operating light/heavy machinery and equipment.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Documenting work both electronically and in writing.
• Reading and understanding equipment manuals and safety hazard warnings on equipment and materials.
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Following occupational safety and health procedures.
• Solving construction and repair problems.

Preferred Knowledge – Stormwater Specialization:

• Basic knowledge of traffic control setup and monitoring
• Basic knowledge of street sweeping
• Basic knowledge of mowing
• Basic knowledge of construction of underground stormwater systems
• Basic knowledge of grading
• Basic knowledge of construction, repair or maintenance of stormwater ponds
• Basic knowledge of motor grader, backhoe, mini excavator, street sweeper

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Texas driving license.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Class A CLP (Commercial Learner's Permit), - (includes air brakes) and Tanker Endorsement within six (6) months of hire.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License- (includes air brakes) and Tanker Endorsement within nine (9) months of hire.

DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, and use of foot controls. Temperature extremes from weather; dust; work near moving traffic; noise from street sweepers. Routine scheduled twenty-four (24) hour on-call time is required on a rotating basis within the department.

Hiring Range: $18.36 - $23.00, hourly.

Regular-Full time If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

The City of Georgetown, Texas, with a population of 106,907 (July 2025), is located 30 miles north of Austin along I-35. Known for its engaged, educated community, award-winning parks and trails, and small-town character amid rapid growth, Georgetown is guided by five core values: Integrity, Respect, Service, People-centered, and Adaptability.

The City of Georgetown is an equal opportunity employer.

Offers of employment with the City of Georgetown is contingent upon: Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements. Satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, criminal history background and driving record check. Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. * *The City of Georgetown confirms verification of employment using E-Verify. E-Verify checks the information against records held by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm whether the employee is legally eligible to work in the U.S.

For more information about the City of Georgetown, visit our website at https://www.georgetowntexas.gov