Public Works - Streets Equipment Operator I

Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Nacogdoches is seeking an Equipment Operator I for the Streets team in the Public Works Department. You will operate light motorized equipment to maintain city streets, alleys and drainage systems.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class B CDL (Class A/B endorsements may add to pay). Work includes resurfacing, material handling, and routine maintenance, with rotations for call-out duties.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate light motorized equipment and follow safety protocols.
• Knowledge of construction equipment operation and safe driving practices.
• CDL driving is required; endorsements may increase pay.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate light motorized equipment including trucks, tractors and mowers.
• Assist in resurfacing, patching and maintaining city streets and drainage systems.
• Move materials like asphalt, gravel, dirt and stone.
• Perform preventative maintenance and normal servicing on tools and equipment.
• Work safely near high-speed vehicle traffic.
• Operate hand tools such as saws, jackhammers and air compressors as needed.
• Work on a rotation with the call-out crew.

Skills

Light equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Equipment Operator I

Are you skilled in operating light motorized equipment? The

Job Opportunity: Equipment Operator I Are you skilled in operating light motorized equipment? The City of Nacogdoches is looking for a reliable and safety-conscious Equipment Operator I to join our Streets team in the Public Works Department. In this role, you will play a key part in the maintenance, repair and construction of city streets, alleys and drainage systems.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate light motorized equipment, including trucks, tractors and mowers used in maintenance and construction work.
• Assist in resurfacing, patching and maintaining city streets and drainage systems.
• Move materials like asphalt, gravel, dirt and stone to get the job done right.
• Perform preventative maintenance, cleaning and ordinary servicing on tools and equipment.
• Work safely in close proximity to high-speed vehicle traffic.
• Operate hand tools including saws, jackhammers and air compressors, as required.
• Work on a rotation with the call-out crew.

What We Need

• High School diploma or GED; equipment operations experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction equipment operation, care and adjustment; public works construction methods and safe driving practices.
• Valid Class B Texas Commercial Driver's license (or ability to successfully complete the City's CDL driving academy). Possession of a Class A or B CDL can add up to $160.00 per month in addition, depending on endorsements.

Build a Better Nacogdoches, One Street at a Time..........