Road Maintenance/Equipment Operator - Hockley

Harris County; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and dynamic team at a prominent county seeks a motivated Operator to join their Road & Bridge team. This role involves maintaining roadways and bridges, ensuring safety, and responding to emergencies. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic and problem-solving skills, ready to tackle diverse challenges in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost after two months of full-time employment. If you’re passionate about serving others and eager to contribute, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation time

Sick time

Floating holidays

Retirement program

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of six months of related experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain roadways and bridges including reconstruction and pothole repair.
• Operate construction equipment and perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong work ethic

Commitment to safety

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Light and heavy construction equipment

Power tools

Job description

Working at Harris County Precinct 4:

You will be surrounded by team members who bring “heart, hustle, and higher standards” to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.

What you will do forHarris County Precinct 4 (HCP4)

Precinct 4 is seeking a motivated and highly driven Operator to join our Road & Bridge (R&B) team. As an Operator you will be responsible for maintaining the various roadways and bridges within Precinct 4. Maintenance includes road reconstruction, tree trimming, storm debris removal, pothole repair, sign installation, ditch maintenance, and right of way mowing. R&B team members also play a key role during emergency situations and natural disasters.

You must have the ability to work diligently in a fast-paced environment and have a strong commitment to safety. A strong work ethic, initiative, a willingness to learn, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role. If you have a passion for serving others, and are eager to contribute to our team, we would love to hear from you.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work diligently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety.
• Performs a variety of road & drainage maintenance including but is not limited to road reconstruction, tree trimming, storm debris removal, pothole repair, sign installation, and ditching.
• Operate light and heavy construction equipment, including pick-up trucks, hydro-scope excavator, rollers, street sweepers, dump trucks, trash truck, vacuum/jet truck, front end loaders, backhoes, and power tools, as required.
• Performs routine daily maintenance including pre/post trip inspections, checking and filling fluids, report repairs, and cleaning all offices, work area, equipment, and facilities.
• Performs construction duties including setting up road signs, barricades, flagging and directing traffic, lasers, and utilizing hand tools.
• Handles road materials including asphalt, oils, gravel, limestone, concrete, compounds, and crack sealer material.
• Picks up trash and litter in various locations and maintains restrooms.
• Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call [phone] or email [e-mail]

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume"will not be accepted for qualifications.

Experience:

• Minumum of six (6) months of related experience or training as a operator or related role

Licensure:

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Candidates are required to obtain a CDL within 3 months of employment.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular | Full-time | 40 hours per week

• This may include weekends and holidays.

Location:

• Tomball Service Center
  14444 Holderrieth Rd, Tomball, TX 77375

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Work is on active construction sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; speeding traffic; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, and combustible materials.
• Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain involving exposure to varying weather conditions of extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g., hard hats, respirator masks, gloves, etc.)
• Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools, materials, and equipment over rough terrain; climbing, reaching and bending.
• Frequently required to walk, sit, talk, drive, hear, bend, stoop, twist, and balance; need the ability to occasionally kneel and crawl; need the ability to grasp manual controls and the ability to use foot controls and operate gas, diesel, and electrically powered equipment.

Featured Benefits:

Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick-time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.

HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call [phone] or email [e-mail].

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.