Senior Heavy Equipment Operator - Road & Construction

Tarrant County; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to support the maintenance and construction of county roads and city projects. You will operate complex machinery, perform related duties, and ensure safety and traffic control standards at worksites.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within 30 days, and several years of related experience. You will also transport equipment, manage inventory, and assist with scheduling as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Class A CDL required; tanker endorsement within 30 days of hire.
• Must have advanced knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operates different types of complex, specialized/heavy equipment.
• Performs road maintenance or construction related duties while operating equipment.
• Transports equipment and supplies to and from the job site.
• Ensures/implements and maintains traffic control standards at work site; inspects and manages precinct sign inventory and replacement.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment or trucks and reports needed repairs.
• Maintains job site safety standards.
• May develop work schedules, evaluate lower-level employees, and prioritize jobs.
• May order supplies.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Traffic control

Safety compliance

Equipment maintenance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Class A CDL

Tank endorsement within 30 days

Job description

Tarrant County is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to support the maintenance and construction of county roads and city projects. You will operate complex machinery, perform related duties, and ensure safety and traffic control standards at worksites.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within 30 days, and several years of related experience. You will also transport equipment, manage inventory, and assist with scheduling as needed.