Job Description
Salary: $16.93 - $24.12 Hourly
Location : Victoria, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 23-00452
Department: Public Works, Water
Division: Streets and Drainage
Opening Date: 03/17/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the Heavy Equipment Operator assists crews assists work crews constructing, maintaining, and repairing City streets and drainage systems by operating a variety of heavy equipment.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operates equipment for street maintenance and drainage repairs.
Mixes and loads stabilized material into dump trucks to be transported to job sites
Assists with the setup of barricades and other traffic control around work sites.
Checks the elevations of ditches and streets to ensure proper drainage and water flow.
Shovels debris and other materials at job sites to complete tasks and clean-up site.
Participates in the maintenance and upkeep of equipment and shop areas.
Read, measure, and calculate types and sizes of materials needed.
Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work is performed outdoors and requires exposure to inclement weather conditions, potentially dangerous tools, equipment, and machinery, and hazardous chemical. May be required to traverse uneven surfaces, climb ladders, and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills High School diploma or GED.
Three (3) years of experience operating heavy equipment; OR equivalent combination of training and experience.
Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement within six (6) months of hire.
Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
Work safety and safety set up policies, procedures, and practices.
Tools, materials, methods, and equipment used in streets and drainage constructions and maintenance.
Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.
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Are you 18 or older? Yes
No
02
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED? Yes
No
03
Are you comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions including extreme heat or cold? Yes
No
04
Can you routinely lift items weighing up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks? Yes
No
05
What type of valid driver's license do you currently hold? Texas Class B CDL
Texas Class C
I do not have a Driver's License
06
Which of the following best describes your ability to manage time and prioritize tasks? I struggle to meet deadlines and manage tasks independently.
I meet deadlines with occasional supervision.
I have not worked in a time-sensitive environment.
07
What would you do if you noticed a coworker not following safety procedures? Report the incident to a supervisor immediately.
Ignore it unless it becomes a serious issue.
Confront the coworker directly.
08
How do you demonstrate professionalism on the job? By completing tasks safely and efficiently and treating others respectfully.
By doing my work without interacting with others.
By focusing only on my assigned duties, regardless of safety or teamwork.
09
Are you familiar with how to safely operate tools and equipment for streets maintenance? Yes
No
10
Do you have three years of experience operating heavy equipment? Yes
No
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How knowledgeable are you on work safety as it pertains to streets and drainage? Very, I regularly apply them in practice.
Somewhat, but there are areas I could improve or learn more about.
Limited, I have not had much exposure to them in-depth.
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How skilled are you in reading, measuring, and calculating for materials needed for a job? Highly, I have extensive experience and do this on a regular basis.
Moderately, I have some experience, though I may need help with more complex calculations.
Limited, I have basic experience and may require significant supervision or training.
Required Question City of Victoria, TX
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Immediate start, Outdoor, Flexible hours,