Road & Bridge Heavy Truck Operator (CDL-A)

McLennan County, Texas; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

McLennan County is seeking a Heavy Truck Driver for the Road and Bridge team to perform skilled truck operations, road maintenance, and construction of county roads and bridges. The role requires a Texas CDL-A, a clean driving record, and the ability to operate manual transmission.

Responsibilities include transporting gravel and asphalt, inspecting and maintaining equipment, enforcing DOT rules, and coordinating with foremen.

Qualifications

• A valid Texas CDL-Class A license and a good driving record.
• Must be able to operate vehicles with manual transmission (stick shift).
• Over one year experience driving a tractor/dump-trailer combination.
• Three years of stable work experience.
• Working knowledge of road construction procedures and practices: knowledge of DOT guidelines.
• Knowledge of traffic control techniques.
• Ability to make independent decisions, communicate effectively with employees and the general public.
• Basic computer and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Hauls gravel and asphalt in trailer dump truck, performs road maintenance or construction.
• Transports equipment and supplies; inspects specialty vehicles and heavy equipment for proper operating condition; repairs and performs maintenance as needed.
• Maintains and controls traffic at work sites and enforces DOT rules; reports unsafe acts or conditions.
• Occasional operation of motor graders, brooms, loaders, backhoes, skid steers, tractors, mowers, dump trucks, or similar equipment.
• Patches potholes, fills road washouts and installs/cleans culverts.
• Meets with foreman for scheduling and assignments; assists bridge crew when needed.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are required.

Skills

CDL-Class A license

Manual transmission operation

Good driving record

Communication skills

Basic computer/reporting skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

McLennan County is seeking a Heavy Truck Driver for the Road and Bridge team to perform skilled truck operations, road maintenance, and construction of county roads and bridges. The role requires a Texas CDL-A, a clean driving record, and the ability to operate manual transmission.

Responsibilities include transporting gravel and asphalt, inspecting and maintaining equipment, enforcing DOT rules, and coordinating with foremen.