Operator / Public Works
Harris CountyAbout the role
Posting number: 15406
Department: Commissioner Precinct 2
Job classification: Operator
Posting type: Open
Categories: Building & Safety, Building Maintenance, Planning and Development, Maintenance, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
Summary
What you will do at Harris County Precinct 2What you will do at Harris County Precinct 2
Under general supervision of Public Works Superintendent, performs a variety of road maintenance and construction duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs a variety of road & drainage maintenance including pothole patching, asphalt repairs, ditching, debris removal, and traffic signs
- Operates light and heavy construction equipment, including pick-up trucks, hydro-scopic excavator, rollers, street sweepers, dump trucks, trash truck, vacuum/jet truck, front end loaders, backhoes, and power tools, as required
- Performs routine daily maintenance including pre/post trip inspections, checking and filling fluids, report repairs, and cleaning all offices, work area, equipment, and facilities
- Performs construction duties including setting up road signs, barricades, flagging and directing traffic, lasers, and utilizing hand tools
- Handles road materials including asphalt, oils, gravel, limestone, concrete, compounds, and crack sealer material
- Picks up trash and litter in various locations and maintains restrooms
- Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Examples of duties
Education:
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Certification:
Class “B” (CDL) commercial driver's license is required with Tanker Endorsement (Endorsement can be acquired within 90 days)
- Must be proficient in multi-tasking to meet deadlines provided
- Ability to document activities both written and electronic; able to utilize work order management system
- Ability to work well with all levels of management, staff, and public
- Knowledgeable of principles, methods, practices, materials, equipment, traffic control and tools used in road maintenance operations.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Qualifications
Experience:- One (1) year of road maintenance experience (preferred)
Supplemental information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-time | Regular
40 hours a week | Day or Night Shift | Nights and weekends as needed
- Reports To Position: Public Works Superintendent
Supervises Positions:TBD
- Work is on active construction sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; speeding traffic; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, and combustible materials. Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain involving exposure to varying weather conditions of extreme hot and cold temperatures. Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g., hard hats, respirator masks, gloves, etc.).
- Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying t
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