Driver/Equipment Operator II - Transportation & Eng

About the role

The Driver/Equipment Operator II performs specialized skilled work in the operation of one or more types of motorized heavy equipment used in the maintenance and construction of roads and bridges. Work involves operating such equipment as compactors, front-end loaders, farm tractors, backhoes, etc., for such activities as patching roads and installing culverts.

Responsibilities

• Performs traffic control such as flagging, setting barricades and cones, hauling equipment and is on-call during storms and other weather-related issues.
• Loads all equipment and tools necessary to perform off-site jobs.
• Drives diesel and non-diesel trucks to haul gravel, dirt, and asphalt as necessary.
• Operates heavy equipment utilized by the Department, such as heavy dump trucks and tandem trucks.
• Cuts brush, trees and other growth at roadsides, utilizing power equipment such as mowers, tractors, and chain saws.
• Removes trash and debris from county right of way and hauls refuse for deposit at specified locations.
• Directs traffic at construction sites as necessary.
• Attaches road signs to posts using various hand and power tools; digs holes and sets signs with cement.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Operates one or more types of equipment involved in the construction and maintenance of roads and bridges such as: compactors, front end loaders, farm tractors, and tractor trailers.
• Receives instruction and trains other employees in the use of equipment, as time and workload permits.
• Performs equipment inspections to ensure proper function; washes equipment as necessary.
• Cleans and maintains equipment; checks equipment for proper function and damage before and after use to ensure safe operating conditions.
• Performs flood control duties as required.
• Fuels equipment as necessary.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and a minimum two years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Must possess a Class B Commercial Driver’s License issued by the State of Texas. Driver’s License with “N” endorsement issued by the State of Texas is required within 3 months of employment.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License with “N” endorsement preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate heavy equipment such as compactors, front-end loaders, farm tractors, and backhoes.
• Must be able to cut brush, trees, and other growth at roadsides.
• Must be able to direct traffic at construction sites.
• Must be able to attach road signs to posts and dig holes for sign installation.
• Must be able to perform routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Must be able to fuel equipment as necessary.

Skills

• Proficiency in operating heavy equipment such as compactors, front-end loaders, farm tractors, and backhoes.
• Ability to cut brush, trees, and other growth at roadsides.
• Ability to direct traffic at construction sites.
• Ability to attach road signs to posts and dig holes for sign installation.
• Ability to perform routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Ability to fuel equipment as necessary.

Benefits

See Supplemental Information for details on benefits offered by Denton County.

Pay

Details on pay are provided in Supplemental Information.

Schedule

Details on schedule are provided in Supplemental Information.

Additional Information

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Denton County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; disability, and long term care insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation).

In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and more.

Note: These benefits are not included for Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, or any Denton County Part-Time employee.

Denton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, mental or physical disability, age, national origin or veteran status.

Failure to accept the acknowledgement statement below can result in your employment application being rejected for failure to meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job posting.

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

I acknowledge that I must provide the Denton County Human Resources Department with an OFFICIAL transcript confirming hours completed as indicated in the question above, should an employment opportunity be offered and accepted.

Do you have at least 2 years of full-time experience in Heavy Equipment operation or another related field?

Do you have at least 2 years of full-time experience in Heavy Equipment operation or another related field?

Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a violation of any criminal statute in any state, whether a misdemeanor or felony?

If you have answered yes, to either of the previous two questions, please provide the following information:

How many credit hours have you earned at an accredited college or university?

I acknowledge that I must provide the Denton County Human Resources Department with an OFFICIAL transcript confirming hours completed as indicated in the question above, should an employment opportunity be offered and accepted.

Where did you hear about this position?

Should you be selected for an interview, you will receive a phone call or email with all the necessary information for scheduling and attending your interview.

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