Road & Bridge Heavy Equipment Operator II

The County of Galveston; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Galveston is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Road & Bridge Department. The role operates and maintains a wide range of construction equipment, supports roadways, bridges, and related infrastructure, and performs material loading, hauling, and light maintenance tasks.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, and a valid state commercial driver’s license with a clean driving history.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Requires one year of related construction, maintenance, or equipment operation experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• Willingness to complete ICS 100, 200, 300 and 400 after hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains road paving construction equipment, including motor graders, rollers, loaders, tractors, dump trucks, tandem dump trucks, backhoes, water trucks, paving machines, and reclaimers.
• Loads and unloads large amounts and weights of materials and debris to and from trucks.
• Drives a medium-sized truck to transport personnel, supplies, and materials.
• May flag traffic as needed.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Traffic flagging

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

Job description

The County of Galveston is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Road & Bridge Department. The role operates and maintains a wide range of construction equipment, supports roadways, bridges, and related infrastructure, and performs material loading, hauling, and light maintenance tasks.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, and a valid state commercial driver’s license with a clean driving history.