TMD- Equipment Operator I (ITAM Heavy Equipment Op

About the role

The Texas Military Department (TMD) seeks a skilled equipment operator to support the Land Rehabilitation and Maintenance (LRAM) component of the Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) program. This journey-level position will sustain realistic training land conditions and support unit mission requirements at military installations. The incumbent operates heavy and light equipment to perform trail maintenance, soil stabilization, vegetation management, and training land repair and reconfiguration. Reports to the site engineer for daily supervision and the state ITAM coordinator for overall program execution, working under general supervision with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (e.g., dozer, grader, loader, excavator, roller, hydro-seeder, dump trucks) and load/haul equipment to support LRAM projects.
• Execute day-to-day heavy equipment tasks to complete repairs, maintenance, and reconfiguration projects in support of Army training missions.
• Ensure adherence to all safety standards when operating with, on, or around equipment.
• Coordinate job activities with the environmental branch and maintain environmental regulation compliance.
• Thin, clear, and/or remove brush and small trees using various equipment.
• Create trails for vehicle and foot traffic.
• Haul gravel and aggregate materials; perform land maintenance and repairs using gravel, aggregate materials, application of riprap, and/or articulated/cable concrete.
• Create and/or maintain turnouts and diversion ditches along tactical use maneuver and movement trails.
• Create and maintain water bars.
• Install low water crossings.
• Use heavy equipment for soil compaction, site capping, grading, and shaping maneuver areas.
• Create out sloping or in sloping on trails as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections, routine servicing, and minor repairs on equipment; maintain records on all equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Complete all required forms, including timekeeping, equipment, inventory, project application, and accident forms.
• Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday, 10 hours per day, 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%).
• Optional vision, dental, life, and disability insurance at competitive rates.
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and state and federal holidays.
• Defined benefit retirement structure (cash balance benefit) with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually.
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent).
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures.
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department’s Web-Based Learning Program.
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services.
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs.

Notes

Military membership is not required for this position. TMD state employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Work contributes to support offered to Texas National Guard members, enhancing their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate.