On-Call Roadway Construction Equipment Operator

CAMERON COUNTY; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance Protection

Sick and Annual Leave

Retirement System

Paid Holidays

Direct deposit payroll program

Job summary

Cameron County is seeking a Light Equipment Operator to perform technical work in the maintenance, repair, or construction of road and drainage infrastructure. You will operate a range of equipment to build and maintain streets and drainage systems.

The job requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of experience with road construction equipment, and a Texas Class C driver's license. It includes on-call duties during severe weather and solid benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of experience operating light to heavy road construction equipment.
• Texas Class C driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain light to heavy road construction equipment to construct and maintain streets and drainage structures.
• Perform daily equipment checks and safety assessments.
• Estimate materials for construction or repair; patch roadways and pavement.
• Install culverts and perform ditch work; assist in road projects as needed.
• Provide flagger assistance and handle power tools safely.

Skills

Operate road construction equipment

Safety awareness

Maintenance and minor repair

Tools

Motor graders

Pavers

Rollers

Chip spreaders

Loaders

Backhoes

Tractors

Excavator

Job description

Cameron County is seeking a Light Equipment Operator to perform technical work in the maintenance, repair, or construction of road and drainage infrastructure. You will operate a range of equipment to build and maintain streets and drainage systems.

The job requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of experience with road construction equipment, and a Texas Class C driver's license. It includes on-call duties during severe weather and solid benefits.