HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Job summary
Performs technical work in maintenance, repair, and construction of road and drainage infrastructure. Operates and maintains light to heavy road construction equipment. High School Diploma or GED required with 4 years of experience operating road construction equipment.
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Maintaining existing roadways, drainage structures, and grounds. • Performing routine maintenance and identifying needed corrective actions. • Answering maintenance questions and maintaining repair documents and records. • Estimating required materials for construction or repair of roads and culverts. • Operating backhoes, excavators, rollers, and other heavy equipment for construction and maintenance tasks. • Providing flagger assistance during road projects. • Transporting materials and heavy equipment. • Being on call and/or on-duty for severe weather events. • Assisting in picking up trash, debris, and tires. • Performing other related duties as required.
Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED. • 4 years of experience operating light to heavy road construction equipment. • Minimum Texas Class B Commercial driver's license (CDL) with a tank and air brakes endorsement. • Hazardous Material Endorsements preferred.
Key Skills Needed
• Operation and maintenance of road construction equipment • Estimating materials for construction or repair • Flagger assistance during road projects • Transporting heavy equipment • Trash and debris cleanup