Driver/Equipment Operator III - Transportation & Eng

About the role

The Driver Equipment Operator III performs specialized work in the operation of heavy earth moving equipment used in the maintenance and construction of roads and bridges. Work involves operating such heavy equipment as bulldozers, compactors, front-end loaders, graders, farm tractors, and backhoes for such activities as patching roads and installing culverts.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment and drives trucks involved in the construction and maintenance of roads and bridges such as bulldozers, compactors, front end loaders, graders, farm tractors, track backhoes, and tractor trailers.
• Trains and educates other employees in the use and operation of heavy equipment.
• Performs flagging and traffic control duties and is on-call during storms and other weather-related issues.
• Cuts and hauls brush, hauls dirt, mows roadsides, and repairs and replaces road signs as necessary.
• Cuts brush, trees and other growth at roadsides, utilizing power equipment such as mowers, tractors, and chain saws.
• Performs safety inspections to ensure equipment is in proper working order.
• Performs repair work on pot holes and other road hazards.
• Cleans trash and debris from County right of way and hauls materials for deposit at specified locations.
• Sets up work zone to ensure adequate safety of workers; ensures proper warning signs are erected at construction and maintenance project sites.
• Attaches road signs to posts using various hand and power tools; digs holes and sets signs with cement.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance and minor repair on equipment used.
• Affirms project requirements for equipment and material and ensures that proper materials and equipment are at work site.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and a minimum five years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Must possess a Class A 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.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

• Proficiency in operating heavy earth moving equipment.
• Ability to operate and maintain heavy machinery.
• Knowledge of traffic control procedures.
• Ability to cut and haul brush, dirt, and perform road maintenance tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.

Benefits

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).

Pay

Salary range: $XX.XX - $XXX.XX per hour.

Schedule

Full-time schedule.

Application Instructions

To apply, visit Denton County's job portal. Applicants must complete the employment application and provide an official transcript confirming hours completed as indicated in the application.