Equipment Operator I - Streets
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
CITY SUMMARY:
Bellaire, Texas is located seven miles southwest of downtown Houston with a population of approximately 18,862 residents and a span of 3.5 square miles. Founded in 1908, Bellaire is an enclave residential community surrounded by Houston, offering a quality of life that promotes a family atmosphere with great amenities and the charm of a small town. We provide a full range of services to the community, including police, fire, and solid waste pickup along with excellent parks, recreation, and library. Generous employee benefits include a 2:1 employer match on TMRS retirement contributions, 98% employer subsidy of employee-only medical plans, employee wellness program, and employer sponsored health savings accounts.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for operation of heavy mobile equipment such as excavators, backhoes and other heavy and light construction and maintenance equipment and works in the repair, maintenance, and construction of streets, storm drainage, right-of-way, and street signage.
Pay Range: $21.53 to $25.93 per hourESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Equipment Operation:
- Operate various heavy machinery (backhoes, dump trucks, jetter, sweepers) for street repairs, debris collection, concrete, and asphalt work.
- Drive and operate specialized equipment, including but not limited to backhoes, dump trucks, and front-end loaders.
- Street Maintenance and Repair:
- Perform street repairs by operating heavy equipment such as backhoes, tree trimmers, and rollers.
- Patch potholes, repair driveways, and maintain street signs.
- Debris Collection:
- Collect and transport refuse, recyclables, and tree limbs using collection trucks and heavy equipment.
- Operate a collection truck, pick up refuse, recyclables, and limbs from residential curbs.
- Leadership and Training:
- Serve as a crew leader when required, providing on-the-job training to lower-level personnel.
- Provide guidance to employees, assist field crews, and direct the work of other crew members.
- Preventative Maintenance:
- Change oil and filters on department vehicles and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
- Ensure proper and safe operation of specialized equipment and perform safety checks daily.
- Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.
- Equipment Operation:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education High School Diploma or GED
Experience 1 year of previous relevant work experience is required.
Supervisory No previous supervisory experience is required.
Certifications/Licenses Valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License is required. Preferred certifications include - Water Utilities Safety certification; flagging certification; traffic control certification; FEMA Emergency Management certification(s)
Application Instructions
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Apply OnlinePay: up to $25.93/hour
$21.53/Hour - $25.93/Hour
Posted: 9/12/2024
Job Status: Full Time
Job Reference #: 4622406