Road MaintenanceEquipment Operator - Hockley
Road MaintenanceEquipment Operator - Hockley
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USD 26000 - 26000
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Position Description
Working at Harris County Precinct 4:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring heart hustle and higher standards to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative dynamic and forwardlooking.
What you will do forHarris County Precinct 4 (HCP4
Precinct 4 is seeking a motivated and highly driven Operator to join our Road & Bridge (R&B) team. As an Operator you will be responsible for maintaining the various roadways and bridges within Precinct 4. Maintenance includes road reconstruction tree trimming storm debris removal pothole repair sign installation ditch maintenance and right of way mowing. R&B team members also play a key role during emergency situations and natural disasters.
You must have the ability to work diligently in a fastpaced environment and have a strong commitment to safety. A strong work ethic initiative a willingness to learn and problemsolving skills are essential for success in this role. If you have a passion for serving others and are eager to contribute to our team we would love to hear from you.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work diligently in a fastpaced environment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety.
- Performs a variety of road & drainage maintenance including but is not limited to road reconstruction tree trimming storm debris removal pothole repair sign installation and ditching.
- Operate light and heavy construction equipment including pickup trucks hydroscope excavator rollers street sweepers dump trucks trash truck vacuum/jet truck front end loaders backhoes and power tools as required.
- Performs routine daily maintenance including pre/post trip inspections checking and filling fluids report repairs and cleaning all offices work area equipment and facilities.
- Performs construction duties including setting up road signs barricades flagging and directing traffic lasers and utilizing hand tools.
- Handles road materials including asphalt oils gravel limestone concrete compounds and sealer material.
- Picks up trash and litter in various locations and maintains restrooms.
- Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
you need special services or accommodations please callor email
Requirements
Education:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Experience:
Minumum of six 6 months of related experience or training as a operator or related role
- Commercial Drivers License (CDL). Candidates are required to obtain a CDL within 3 months of employment.
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Fulltime 40 hours per week
This may include weekends and holidays.
Location:
Tomball Service Center
14444 Holderrieth Rd Tomball TX 77375
- Work is on active construction sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; speeding traffic; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals dust fumes and combustible materials.
- Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain involving exposure to varying weather conditions of extreme hot and cold temperatures.
- Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g. hard hats respirator masks gloves etc.
- Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools materials and equipment over rough terrain; climbing reaching and bending.
- Frequently required to walk sit talk drive hear bend stoop twist and balance; need the ability to occasionally kneel and crawl; need the ability to grasp manual controls and the ability to use foot controls and operate gas diesel and electrically powered equipment.
Featured Benefits:
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of fulltime continued employment. Vacation sicktime and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER you need special services or accommodations please callor email
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Employment Type
Full-Time
