Heavy Equipment Utility Operator

City of Seabrook Heavy Equipment Utility Operator

Keep the systems running. Do work that matters.

The City of Seabrook is looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Utility Operator to support our Utilities team. This role is hands-on and essential. Youll be part of the crew that keeps water and wastewater systems operating safely reliably and efficiently.

If you take pride in your work operate equipment with confidence and understand the importance of doing things the right way we want to hear from you.

What Youll Do

• Perform maintenance and repairs on water and sanitary sewer lines and related infrastructure
• Safely operate heavy equipment including backhoes excavators dump trucks and jet trucks
• Use a jet truck to clean sewer mains and maintain system performance
• Assist with lift station and wastewater system operations identifying issues and supporting repairs
• Set up and maintain safe work zones including traffic control
• Inspect maintain and care for tools vehicles and equipment
• Support the Utilities team with other duties as needed including emergency response

This work is critical to maintaining the Citys infrastructure and requires attention to detail safety and teamwork.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in utilities construction or a related field
• TCEQ Class C Water and/or Wastewater license
• Valid Texas Class B CDL (or ability to obtain)
• Experience operating heavy equipment safely and effectively
• Strong understanding of safety practices and work zone procedures

Work Environment

This is a field-based position with physically demanding work. Youll spend most of your time outdoors and may encounter:

• Varying weather conditions
• Confined spaces and active work zones
• Exposure to noise chemicals and other environmental factors

The role requires regular physical activity including lifting climbing and working in tight or hazardous spaces.

Additional Requirements

• Classified as Essential Personnel and must be available for emergency call-in during severe weather or disaster events
• Ability to work well with team members other departments contractors and the public

Why Seabrook

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Steady meaningful work supporting essential infrastructure
• A team that values safety reliability and doing the job right

Were looking for someone who shows up ready to work takes safety seriously and understands the importance of keeping systems running.

If that sounds like you apply today.