TxDOT's Waco District is looking for an Equipment Operator I or II based in the Bell County Maintenance Office. This position would primarily operate heavy equipment such as Motor Graders, Loaders, Backhoes, and a Gradall. As an Equipment Operator you would also teach others the ins and outs of operating equipment while in the field. If being part of a team and assisting with the coordination of job operations such as labor, materials, and additional equipment appeals to you, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

We offer a work life balance, paid holidays, medical insurance, wellness leave incentives and safety incentives. Safety comes FIRST with TxDOT. Make a difference for you, your family and everyone on our Texas Roadways and start your adventure with us today!

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on business needs and the applicants' work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors.

Salary range for each position level:

Equipment Operator I (A15) $32,976 - $52,045 annually
Equipment Operator II (A16) $34,918 - $55,130 annually

Work Location: 410 W. loop 121 Belton, Texas 76513

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

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)

Performs complex or highly 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:

Equipment Operator I:

• Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required.
• Assists in sanding or cleaning 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.
• Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
• Monitors and fills out 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 a 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 heavy 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 machine and dump truck.
• Performs 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 unloading equipment on haul trailers.
• Operates heavy equipment performing complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs.
• May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.
• May train other employees on the operation of equipment and safety procedures.
• Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a half cubic yards or more, large dragline, shovel, and paint striper.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Equipment Operator II: (In addition to the above duties)

• Trains other employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Operates heavy equipment performing highly complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:

Equipment Operator I: 1 year in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation. (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent).

Equipment Operator II: 3 years 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:

Equipment Operator I and II:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Equipment Operator II:

• Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) (Must have or obtain an "N" tank endorsement within 90 days of hire)

Competencies:

Equipment Operator I and II:

• Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
• Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
• Maintaining a safe working relationship
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• Communicate effectively
• Follow verbal and written instructions

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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
• Subject to vibration
• 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
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
• Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• 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.

Equipment Operator I:

• Must obtain a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an "N" tank endorsement within 180 days of hire

Equipment Operator II:

• Must obtain an "N" tank endorsement within 90 days of hire

Equipment Operator I and II:

• Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
• May be required to work hours other than M-F 8-5, including some weekends and holidays.
• Required to be "On-Call". Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information