Special Jobs Equipment Operator - El Paso District Headquarters

Texas Department of Transportation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Special Jobs Equipment Operator in El Paso, TX. This role involves operating heavy machinery for transportation maintenance, assisting in emergency situations, and training others. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and a Commercial Class 'A' CDL. The position offers a salary range of $45,521 - $71,055 with various benefits.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Flexible Schedules

Paid Leave

Health Coverage

Training

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Programs

Career Development

Qualifications

• 1 year in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation.
• Valid driver’s license required; must have Commercial Class 'A' Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment for transportation maintenance work.
• Assists with traffic control and emergency situations.
• Trains other employees on equipment operation.

Skills

Communication

Safety Procedures

Training

Education

None in formal education required

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Tractor-Trailer

Front-End Loader

Backhoe

Street Sweeper

Job description

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Equipment Operator

Performs complex transportation maintenance work operating heavy equipment such as a tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, profiling/milling machine, and dump truck. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as needed.
• Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs, and barricades; flags traffic.
• Monitors and fills out various required reports including time-keeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) checklist, and records work in progress.
• Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader (one and a quarter cubic yard or less), pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower.
• Operates complex heavy equipment such as tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt profiling/milling machine, and dump truck.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing, and minor repairs on equipment as required. Uses/moves equipment, tools, materials, and products related to these activities, including tires and equipment attachments.
• Operates tractor-trailer haul trucks to relocate heavy and light equipment, including loading, securing, and unloading equipment on haul trailers.
• Trains other employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posts warning signs, helps the public, and performs other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents, and hazardous material spills.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: None in formal education required.

Experience: 1 year in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation. Related college education or relevant technical training may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license at the time of application; position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have a Commercial Class "A" Driver's License with an "N" Endorsement.

Currently Military or Veterans: US Military CDL Equivalent. Must obtain Texas Class “A” CDL within 120 days of employment.

Competencies

Considerable knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work, and related safety standards.

Proficient in training, using tools and equipment, maintaining safety, effective communication, and operating highway equipment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Subject to environmental conditions, noise, vibration, and extreme temperatures. Must wear protective gear. Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, crouching, standing, walking, and operating machinery.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment physical and drug test required. Must be able to respond within 40 minutes for emergency duties.

Position Details

Location: El Paso, TX. Salary Range: $45,521 - $71,055. Benefits include retirement plans, flexible schedules, paid leave, health coverage, training, tuition assistance, wellness programs, and career development.