Equipment Operator II
Equipment Operator II
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Position Description
About Harris County Flood Control District:
The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County the third most populated county in the United States with a population in excess of 4.7 million including the City of Houston the nations fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county which consist of approximately 1500 channels totaling nearly 2500 miles in length as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins totaling more than 10000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens bayou.What you will do atHarris County Flood Control District:
Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Equipment Operator II.
Reporting to the Crew Leader the Equipment Operator II is responsible for operating various small engines and moderate to heavy equipment used to maintain clear channels drainage elements and right of ways in accordance with the Districts mission to maintain the Infrastructure.
Essential Functions and Duties:- Operate trucks and equipment including spray equipment tractors chainsaws 4wheel drive extreme utility vehicles (XUV) and trimmers.
- Mix herbicide(s) in accordance with manufacturer and Districts formulas and instructions and dispense from truck tractor XUV or from backpack.
- Clean and repair all spray equipment and properly store herbicides and supplies.
- Cut weeds grass and brush in along and around channels drainage elements and rightof ways using equipment designated for that purpose.
- Dislodge and remove drifts and debris (trees limbs brush vines trash and refuse) from channel berms slopes and bottoms for proper disposal.
- Drive trash truck to and from job sites dump sites or landfills.
- Check and maintain all equipment fluids perform daily inspection(s) and fuel and wash equipment as needed.
- Report necessary replacement or repair of defective equipment to supervisor.
- May perform other duties that can be added or changed as the course and scope of the job directs.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you need special services or accommodations please callor email . This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
- Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Education:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Experience:
- Two 2 years experience in field operations or a related field
Licensure:
- Valid Class C Texas Drivers License.
- Good verbal & written communication skills. Can effectively communicate with coworkers and the public.
- Good analytical skills in applying guidelines and adapting standard methods to fit facts and conditions.
- Ability to work in an outdoor setting.
- Familiarity with operating gasoline powered equipment and offroad vehicles.
- Ability to work well with a team in a field environment.
- Can work independently with limited to no supervision.
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:
- Some knowledge of bayou drainage area and rightofway maintenance including but not limited to mowing application of various herbicides cutting and clearing brush and debris removal(preferred)
Licensure:
- Valid Class B Commercial Drivers License.(preferred)
- Valid Texas State licensed ATV Operator to operate fourwheel vehicles with trailer.(preferred)
- Valid Texas State Commercial or Noncommercial Pesticide Applicator License.(preferred)
General Information
Position Type Hours and Salary:
Regular FullTime Nonexempt
40 hours per week
Salary: To be discussed at interview
Locations:
Maintenance Construction 7522 Prairie Oak Drive Houston TX 77086
Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
- Frequent walking up and down steep slopes of ditches or on rough and uneven
- Frequent stooping bending reaching lifting and carrying of items up to 11 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent driving of a vehicle with automatic controls and fourwheel drive.
- Occasional walking up and down steep slopes of ditches or on rough and uneven surfaces or ground such as sloping terrainsplowed or furrowed areas or construction sites.
- 100 of duties are performed outdoors where there will be routine exposure to significant levels of heat cold moistureair pollution wind and dust.
- May be exposed to vegetation ants herbicides and fertilizers petroleum products including but not limited togasoline oil grease diesel and other fuels and lubricants snakes wildlife wasps bees and other flying or walkinginsects aquatic bacteria viruses and other microorganisms and vibration or noise in excess of 85 decibels.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. 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
