Equipment Operator II

Job Summary

The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County, the third most populated county in the United States, with a population in excess of 4.7 million, including the City of Houston, the nation’s fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county, which consist of approximately 1,500 channels totaling nearly 2,500 miles in length, as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins, totaling more than 10,000 acres, and several wetlands mitigation banks, including Greens Bayou.

The Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates for the Equipment Operator position, which is responsible for operating various small engines and moderate to heavy equipment used to maintain clear channels, drainage elements, and rights-of-way in accordance with the District’s mission to maintain the Infrastructure.

• Operate trucks and equipment, including spray equipment, tractors, chainsaws, 4-wheel drive extreme utility vehicles (XUV), and weed trimmers.

• Drive trash trucks to and from job sites, dump sites, or landfills.

• Mix herbicide(s) in accordance with the manufacturers' and the District’s formulas and instructions and dispense from the truck, tractor, XUV, or from a backpack.

• Clean and repair all spray equipment and properly store herbicides and supplies.

• Cut weeds, grass, and brush in, along, and around channels, drainage elements, and rights-of-way using equipment designated for that purpose.

• Dislodge and remove drifts and debris (trees, limbs, brush, vines, trash, and refuse) from channel berms, slopes, and bottoms for proper disposal.

• Check and maintain all equipment fluids, perform daily inspection(s), and fuel and wash equipment, as needed.

• Report necessary replacement or repair of defective equipment to the supervisor.

• Assume additional responsibilities as required, adapting to the District's evolving demands, responsibilities, needs, and objectives.

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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/ GED or equivalent

• Two (2) years’ experience in field operations or a related field.

• Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License

• Good verbal & written communication skills.

• Can effectively communicate with coworkers and the public.

• Good analytical skills in applying guidelines and adapting standard methods to fit facts and conditions.

• Familiarity with operating gasoline-powered equipment and off-road vehicles.

• Ability to work well with a team in a field environment.

• Ability to work independently with limited to no supervision.

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.

• Prefer some knowledge of bayou, drainage area, and right-of-way maintenance, including, but not limited to, mowing, application of various herbicides, cutting and clearing brush, and debris removal.

• Prefer a valid Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License.

• Prefer a valid Texas State licensed ATV Operator to operate four-wheel vehicles with a trailer.

• Prefer a valid Texas State Commercial or Non-commercial Pesticide Applicator License.

• Regular Full Time

• 40 hours per week

• To be discussed at the interview

• 5301 Almeda Genoa Rd, Houston, TX 77048

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