Construction Equipment Operator

City of Alice • Alice, TX

6d

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Superintendent or Lead Equipment Operator, the Construction Equipment Operator operates a variety of heavy and light equipment for construction and maintenance repairs of City utility installations. The role uses construction machinery to excavate, move, and grade earth, and includes equipment preparation, routine care, and minor repairs. The operator follows safety protocols, uses grade-stake markings or hand signals to reach specified grades, and exercises good judgment with little supervision. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Valid Texas Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to correctly prioritize workload.
• 5 or more years of heavy equipment operation experience.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operate construction equipment including bulldozers, loaders, motor graders, backhoes, trackhoes, compactors, pneumatic rollers, and water trucks.
• Fasten attachments to equipment using clevis or wedge pin hitches.
• Connect hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkages, or power takeoff shafts to power equipment attachments.
• Grease and oil equipment and perform minor repairs.
• Drive construction equipment over terrain to raise, lower, or grade it to specified levels, following grade-stake markings or hand signals.
• Follow safety protocols and promote a safe work environment.
• Use good judgment when making decisions with little supervision.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed