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Equipment OperatorTexas Department of Transportation • Beaumont, TX, United States
Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Texas Department of Transportation • Beaumont, TX, United States
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Position Information

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Beaumont District is looking for a skilled and dedicated Equipment Operator to join our Special Operations team in District Maintenance. In this role, you will be responsible for operating a variety of heavy machinery to support vital road maintenance and construction projects that ensure the safety and quality of our transportation infrastructure. If you have a strong work ethic, experience with operating construction equipment, and a passion for keeping Texas roads in top condition, we invite you to apply and become a key player in our mission to improve and maintain the state's transportation network.

To qualify for this role you must currently possess a valid Class A CDL and meet the experience requirements as stated on the posting.

Salary Range :

Equipment Operator (A18) : $45,521 - $71,055 / yearly

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including :

  • Retirement Plans
  • Alternative and / or Flexible Work Schedules
  • Paid Leave and Holidays
  • Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
  • On-the-Job Training
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
  • Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
  • Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at : Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit : Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description

Performs complex transportation maintenance work operating heavy equipment such as : a tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, profiling / milling machine, and dump truck. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties :

  • Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded mororists as required.
  • Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
  • Monitors and completes various required reports including time-keeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) checklist, and records work in progress.
  • Operates light equipment such as front-end loader-one and a quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower
  • Operates one or more types of complex heacy equipment such as tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt profiling / milling machins and dump truck.
  • Perfdorms preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment; as required uses / moves equipment / tools, materials and products related to these activities to include tires and equipment attachments.
  • Operates tractor-trailer haul trucks to relocate heavy and light equipment including loading, securing, and uloading equipment on haul trailers in compliance with federal, state, and Department motor vehicle laws, regulations and standards.
  • May serve as a work crew project lead and ensuring work performed meets project specifications.
  • Trains other employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Operates heavy equipment performing highly complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs.
  • Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posting warning signs, helping the public and performing other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents and hazardous material spills.
  • Cooridnates equipment operations for daily work assignments.
  • Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

    • Minimum Qualifications :

    Education : No education required.

    Experience : 1 year experience in maintenance and / or construction equipment operation. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

    Licenses and Certifications :

  • Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
  • Must have a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License for equipment operation at time of application.

    • Competencies :

  • The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
  • Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
  • Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
  • Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials Proficient skill in
  • Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment -
  • Prioritizing and organizing work assignments -
  • Training in a classroom, office, or field environment -
  • Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
  • Operating light and heavy highway equipment -
  • Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
  • Maintaining a safe working environment
  • Communicate effectively

    • Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

  • Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes.
  • Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
  • Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
  • Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and / or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.
  • Subject to noise.
  • Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
  • Medium work : Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
  • Climbing- ascending / descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc.
  • Standing-prolonged periods of time
  • Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
  • Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks : long distance / from one work site to another

    • Conditions of Employment :

    Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions : Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

  • This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
  • Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

    • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

  • Must be able to report for 24 hour shift-work upon notification to respond to emergency situations and adverse weather situations.
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