City of Pearland, TX
The City of Pearland, TX
is seeking to hire a
full-time Heavy Equipment Operator- Drainage
to help improve day‑to‑day operations of our Engineering & Public Works Department.
Are you service‑oriented? Could you excel in a fast‑paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position!
Compensation and Benefits:
The Heavy Equipment Operator‑ Drainage earns a competitive salary of
$20.79 – $22.50 /hourly based on qualifications.
The city pays all premiums for our employees’ dental, long‑term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents.
We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city’s recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays, 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND
Pearland is one of the fastest‑growing cities in Texas due to
affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods , and
superb quality of life . Ranked among the top ten
safest cities in Texas , Pearland residents know their
families are safe and secure
in the community and surrounding areas.
Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20‑minute drive to downtown, allows residents to
experience all the city
has to offer, including
professional sports, world‑class cultural amenities, and recreation.
Employees of the City of Pearland use multi‑directional communication and cross‑functional teams to
promote a greater understanding
of the organization by employees at all levels.
We have created a
culture of continuous learning
that encourages and supports
employee development and growth.
Our work environment is one where
innovation
is not only supported but encouraged.
Day in Life Under general supervision, drives truck and operates motorized equipment with capacity of more than 3 tons to swab ditches, set culverts and perform various other public works street maintenance and construction by performing the following duties.
Job Summary Under general supervision, drives truck and operates motorized equipment with capacity of more than 3 tons to swab ditches, set culverts and perform various other public works street maintenance and construction by performing the following duties.
Essential Functions
Regular and timely attendance at work.
Drive and operate trucks and other motorized equipment such as dump trucks, front loader, backhoe, gradall, or excavator, and combination cleaner/vac truck.
Work with crews to dig, hoist, and/or haul materials.
Assist with various semi‑skilled and unskilled duties such as loading and unloading materials.
Inspect and service equipment daily by checking tires, lights, brakes, gas, water, oil, hydraulic coolant, fittings, diesel grease, and perform other minor repairs and maintenance as needed.
Maintain telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive instructions.
Serves as "essential personnel" and is required to remain available for immediate call‑in due to any natural or man‑made disaster, or any other event the Public Works Director or City Manager deem necessary.
Contribute to team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, and Licenses
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
A minimum of two (2) to five (5) years' experience in drainage system maintenance and construction including some operation of heavy equipment is preferred.
Special Licenses and Certifications
A Valid Texas Driver's License
CDL Class B with "N" Endorsement
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The employee in this position is required to remain available for immediate call‑in due to any natural or man‑made disaster, or any other event the Public Works Director or City Manager deem necessary.
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is seeking to hire a
full-time Heavy Equipment Operator- Drainage
to help improve day‑to‑day operations of our Engineering & Public Works Department.
Are you service‑oriented? Could you excel in a fast‑paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position!
Compensation and Benefits:
The Heavy Equipment Operator‑ Drainage earns a competitive salary of
$20.79 – $22.50 /hourly based on qualifications.
The city pays all premiums for our employees’ dental, long‑term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents.
We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city’s recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays, 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND
Pearland is one of the fastest‑growing cities in Texas due to
affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods , and
superb quality of life . Ranked among the top ten
safest cities in Texas , Pearland residents know their
families are safe and secure
in the community and surrounding areas.
Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20‑minute drive to downtown, allows residents to
experience all the city
has to offer, including
professional sports, world‑class cultural amenities, and recreation.
Employees of the City of Pearland use multi‑directional communication and cross‑functional teams to
promote a greater understanding
of the organization by employees at all levels.
We have created a
culture of continuous learning
that encourages and supports
employee development and growth.
Our work environment is one where
innovation
is not only supported but encouraged.
Day in Life Under general supervision, drives truck and operates motorized equipment with capacity of more than 3 tons to swab ditches, set culverts and perform various other public works street maintenance and construction by performing the following duties.
Job Summary Under general supervision, drives truck and operates motorized equipment with capacity of more than 3 tons to swab ditches, set culverts and perform various other public works street maintenance and construction by performing the following duties.
Essential Functions
Regular and timely attendance at work.
Drive and operate trucks and other motorized equipment such as dump trucks, front loader, backhoe, gradall, or excavator, and combination cleaner/vac truck.
Work with crews to dig, hoist, and/or haul materials.
Assist with various semi‑skilled and unskilled duties such as loading and unloading materials.
Inspect and service equipment daily by checking tires, lights, brakes, gas, water, oil, hydraulic coolant, fittings, diesel grease, and perform other minor repairs and maintenance as needed.
Maintain telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive instructions.
Serves as "essential personnel" and is required to remain available for immediate call‑in due to any natural or man‑made disaster, or any other event the Public Works Director or City Manager deem necessary.
Contribute to team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, and Licenses
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
A minimum of two (2) to five (5) years' experience in drainage system maintenance and construction including some operation of heavy equipment is preferred.
Special Licenses and Certifications
A Valid Texas Driver's License
CDL Class B with "N" Endorsement
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The employee in this position is required to remain available for immediate call‑in due to any natural or man‑made disaster, or any other event the Public Works Director or City Manager deem necessary.
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