Skilled Water Systems Heavy Equipment Operator

Gulfshoresal; Harker Heights, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Harker Heights seeks a municipal equipment operator to perform technical and manual tasks in maintaining water infrastructure and related facilities.

The role requires operating a variety of heavy equipment, completing maintenance and minor repairs, and standing by for after-hours emergencies. A high school diploma and Texas CDL within 6 months are required, with progressive certification timelines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of controls for operating diverse equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must obtain specific Texas certifications within stated timelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate front end loader, backhoe, roller, skid steer, dump truck, etc.
• Perform maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Operate and maintain water pump stations and storage facilities.
• Standby for after-hours emergency work as required.
• Assist with installation, repair, and inspection tasks as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas CDL within 6 months

Texas Water Distribution II Certification within 1 year

Wastewater Collections III Certification within 3 years

6 months construction experience

Job description

City of Harker Heights seeks a municipal equipment operator to perform technical and manual tasks in maintaining water infrastructure and related facilities.

The role requires operating a variety of heavy equipment, completing maintenance and minor repairs, and standing by for after-hours emergencies. A high school diploma and Texas CDL within 6 months are required, with progressive certification timelines.