Street & Drainage Light Equipment Operator

City of Maypearl; Lampasas (TX); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lampasas seeks a Light Equipment Operator to operate trucks, mowers, weed eaters, chainsaw, and brush chippers to construct and maintain street and drainage systems.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and ability to obtain a Texas CDL Class B within 12 months. The role involves outdoor work in varied weather, with evenings, weekends, and holidays; background check and drug screening may apply. Proof of education and endorsements must be attached to each application.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to obtain a valid Texas commercial driver's license (CDL) Class B within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Operates light equipment to construct and maintain street and drainage systems.
• Performs manual labor and assists with street/ drainage work.
• Follow safety protocols and work outdoors in varied weather; may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Safe equipment operation

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class B within 12 months

Job description

Light Equipment Operator

Department: Street Department Class No.921
Salary: $16.116 hourly EEOC Category: Service-Maintenance
Position Status: Full-Time Pay Group: 15 (FY 26-27)
FLSA Status: Non-exempt

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Primary Purpose:

Operates light equipment in order to construct and maintain street and drainage systems.

Organization Relationships:

• Reports to: Street Crew Leader and Street Superintendent
• Directs: This is a non-supervisory position
• Other: Has contact with other City employees and the general public

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs manual labor;
• Assists with construction and maintaining street and drainage systems;
• Operates light equipment including, but not limited to, trucks, mowers, weed-eaters, chainsaw, and brush chipper; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of the safe operation of motorized equipment as it relates to the Texas Motor Vehicle Code; and
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED;
• Must be able to obtain a valid Texas commercial drivers' license (CDL) Class B within 12 months
  

Working Conditions:

Works outdoors in varied weather conditions. Work may be performed in rough terrain. Work schedule shall include evening, weekends, and holiday hours. Sitting, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, and lifting required. Will be subject to random drug screening.

Conditions of Employment:

Selected candidate must submit to and pass the following (at the City's expense):

• Criminal background check
• Pre-employment physical and drug screening
• Driving Record Check

Selected candidate must possess and maintain a valid Texas Class C Drivers' License as the incumbent shall be appointed to drive a City vehicle during the performance of his/her duties.

How to apply:

• Apply online at https://www.lampasas.org or
• Apply at City Administration Bldg. located at 312 East Third Street

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official City of Lampasas employment application. Proof of education, certificates and/or endorsements must be attached to each application.

Position is open until filled. EOE/ADA