Operator I

Smith County; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith County is seeking an Operator I to contribute strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and reliable operational support within a high-performing Road and Bridge team. The role focuses on learning, growth, and assisting in maintaining efficient and compliant daily operations.

The Operator I will work with a crew under supervision, report job data, and ensure proper equipment upkeep while complying with PPE requirements and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Specialized in operating all light equipment and at least one heavy equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Capability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Follows safety guidelines and policy.

Responsibilities

• Operate as part of a crew under the Foreman or designated supervisor.
• Report completed job data to supervisor including labor and equipment time and materials used or returned.
• Maintain proper upkeep, care and storage of crew equipment.
• Wear appropriate PPE as required for locations.
• May work outside of normal business hours.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Equipment operation (light & heavy)

Instruction following

Weather resilience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Summary/Objective

The Road and Bridge department is looking for a dependable Operator I seeking to contribute strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and operational support skills to a high-performing team. Eager to learn, grow, and assist in maintaining efficient, safe, and compliant daily operations.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Works as part of a crew of Operators as directed by the Foreman, Superintendent, Crew Leader or Operator designated to supervise the crew.
• Reports completed job data to the crew supervisor including, but not limited to, labor and equipment time, materials ordered, used, stockpiled or returned.
• Responsible for the proper upkeep, care and storage of crew-assigned equipment.
• Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) as deemed necessary for certain locations.
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours.
• Other duties assigned

Required Skills And Abilities

• Specialized in all light and at least one (1) heavy equipment.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Follows safety guidelines and policy

Education And Experience

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Licenses and Certifications

Must have a Class B Commercial Driver License.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Standing-prolonged (more than 4 hours at a time) periods of time, walking, stooping, bending, pulling, reaching.
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours and in adverse weather conditions with extended hours.
• Subject to outside environmental conditions. Rain Snow, Extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Lift up to 60 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment