Road & Bridge Equipment Operator — Diverse Fieldwork

Fort Bend; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking an Equipment Operator for Road & Bridge in Needville, TX. The role involves operating light and heavy equipment to maintain drainage channels, ditches and road easements, and performing concrete work as needed.

Requirements include a High School Diploma/GED, 1 year related experience, and a valid Texas driver's license. Certification in herbicide/insecticide must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Valid Texas driver's license with good driving skills.
• Herbicide and insecticide certification must be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Sprays herbicide/insecticide along drainage channels and road easements.
• Repairs signs, fences, and water gates; performs concrete work.
• Patches potholes and grades drainage channels.
• Mows drainage channels, ditches, and road easements.
• Prepares and submits reports on chemical usage.
• Accountable for equipment and uniforms issued.
• Participates in emergency management duties during disasters.

Skills

Equipment operation

Driving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Herbicide Certification

Insecticide Certification

Job description

Fort Bend County is seeking an Equipment Operator for Road & Bridge in Needville, TX. The role involves operating light and heavy equipment to maintain drainage channels, ditches and road easements, and performing concrete work as needed.

Requirements include a High School Diploma/GED, 1 year related experience, and a valid Texas driver's license. Certification in herbicide/insecticide must be obtained within 6 months of employment.