Senior Equipment Operator — Roadway Construction

Tarrant County College; North Richland Hills (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County College seeks a skilled equipment operator to run various heavy machinery used in road maintenance and construction projects. The role includes transporting equipment and materials, and managing traffic at worksites.

The candidate should have at least two years of related experience or four additional years in lieu of a diploma, plus a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Basic equipment knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years of related experience.
• An additional four years of related experience may substitute for a high school diploma.
• Class A CDL required upon hire; tanker endorsement within 30 days of hire.
• Must have basic knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operates different types of specialized/heavy equipment.
• Performs road maintenance or construction duties while operating equipment.
• Transports equipment and supplies.
• Maintains and controls traffic at work site.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment or trucks; reports needed repairs.
• May perform general landscape maintenance.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Equipment maintenance knowledge

Basic mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Class A CDL

Tanker endorsement

Job description

Tarrant County College seeks a skilled equipment operator to run various heavy machinery used in road maintenance and construction projects. The role includes transporting equipment and materials, and managing traffic at worksites.

The candidate should have at least two years of related experience or four additional years in lieu of a diploma, plus a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Basic equipment knowledge is essential.