Heavy Equipment Operator

Sharyland Water Supply•Palmhurst, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Roots Sharyland Water Supply Corporation was established in May of 1968 for the purpose of providing safe, affordable drinking water to the rural communities in and around Mission, McAllen, and Edinburg. We continue to strive in that endeavor. Sharyland Water Supply Corporation was created by a group of determined, community-minded men in the 1960's. With the help of Farmers Home Administration, a loan was acquired and construction began to build a rural water system. Initially, 700 property owners committed to take water service once construction was complete. Today, more than 50 years later, there are over 19,000 water connections on the system. The Corporation has approximately 100 square miles of Certified Area, 800 miles of water lines, three water plants, four elevated storage tanks and plans for additional water system improvements in the works. The Corporation has over 100 employees and a 7 person Board of Directors, all of whom are dedicated to the job required to ensure that Sharyland Water Supply Corporation continues to be the best it can be. The Role Scope As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you’ll help deliver safe, reliable water service by operating and supporting equipment used to install, repair, and maintain water infrastructure across the system. This role exists to drive outcomes in field construction and maintenance while protecting people, property, and utilities.

Requirements

Proven ability to operate heavy equipment safely on jobsites and, as needed, on roadways
Working knowledge of trench safety/OSHA practices and utility-locate processes (Texas 811)

Responsibilities

Safely operate assigned heavy equipment for excavation, trenching, hauling, and placement of underground infrastructure
Support new water line installs; water line/valve repairs and installations; sludge removal/hauling; grounds, pavement, and concrete repairs
Work around buried utilities and complete required documentation/work orders
Maintain equipment through routine service, lubrication, and readiness checks