Trades ​/ Skilled Labor Operator, General Labor

Precinct One's mission is that we are committed to become a national model for delivering responsive public service utilizing inclusive, innovative, and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity, and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County.

Harris County – Commissioner Precinct One has several opportunities within our Road & Bridge sub-division. The successful candidates will offer a responsive service to all Precinct One constituents by maintaining county roadways, right-of-way, sidewalks, curbs, ditches, and culverts.

• General duties include the repair of potholes, sinkholes, street curbs, and blowing and cleaning culverts and inlets in the neighborhoods we serve.
• Specifically seeking candidates with experience grading ditches and installing/repairing culverts to ensure water flows freely to the flood control ditches.
• Employees are expected to comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including county safety standards.
• All other duties as assigned.

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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

• Operator II
  - Three (3) years of experience operating heavy machinery/equipment in a road and bridge environment
• Operator III
  - Five (5) years of experience operating heavy machinery/equipment in a road and bridge environment
• Operator IV
  - Seven (7) years of experience operating heavy machinery/equipment in a road and bridge environment

• Commercial Driver's License Class A or B

• Apply knowledge of driving laws and roadway construction
• Perform pre-trip visual safety inspection of vehicles and heavy equipment; including checking fluid levels and tires, maintaining vehicle cleanliness and performing routine maintenance.
• Experience operating heavy equipment including:
  • Dump Trucks
  • Dozer
  • Excavators
  • Front end loader and backhoe
  • Gradall
  • Graders
  • Jack Hammers
  • Maintainers
  • Water Trucks
• Use shovels, rakes, and other equipment.
• Basic computer skills including, but not limited to checking email, time-entry and on-line training

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented in your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

• Full-time | Regular
• Work hours are 7:00 - 3:30 and are subject to change as needed.
• As an essential employee, you will also provide assistance during emergency events (i.e., flooding, ice storm, etc.).

• Position involves stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, walking, standing, climbing, driving, and lifting up to 60 pounds
• Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather
• Individuals may be exposed to heat, cold, loud noise, and dust

You will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best to work each day. Passionate people who want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole.

Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment.…