Equipment Operator ; Brush

Position: Equipment Operator I (Brush)

Position Type:
Skilled Trades / Equipment Operator

Date Posted: 12/3/2025

Location:

City of Seguin

Job Description:

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

PAY GROUP:
7. City of Seguin Pay Schedules

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for performing skilled work operating light to heavy equipment used to excavate, load, transfer, or move dirt, gravel, or other material in the maintenance or construction of drainage, streets, brush collection, brush chipping and mowing of City Right of Ways. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff. (Operates light equipment to accomplish assigned activities; may include driving trucks.)

EXAMPLES

OF WORK – Essential Duties

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Operates light equipment such as a tractor, mower, chainsaw, weed eater, shredder, chipper, leaf compactor, or truck as required and instructed.
• Checks oil, water, fuel, tires, and hydraulic systems and performs other routine inspections to ensure vehicle is in proper working condition.
• Assists with set-up of work zone barricades and signs for traffic control.
• Provides assistance with and suggestions for increased safety during assigned projects.
• Maintains city right of ways and other city properties.
• Loads, transports, and unloads necessary materials for assigned projects.
• May perform light plumbing, maintenance, construction, and/or carpentry duties.
• Observes all safety rules and procedures.

Other Important Duties

Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: the safe operation of the equipment used and of the provisions of the Texas Motor Vehicle code relating to operation of light and heavy motorized equipment; and sufficient skills to operate this equipment effectively and safely.

Physical Ability to: lift and maneuver up to 85 pounds; climb and maintain balance on ladder; ascend and descend up to 30” high steps numerous times per day; do repetitive bending and kneeling; and perform strenuous work in the outdoors under adverse weather conditions.

Ability to: read and understand construction and utility diagrams; service and make minor repairs on equipment and to know safety standards to prevent hazards; understand and follow written and oral instructions; work effectively and cooperatively with other employees; and maintain Texas driver's license (applicable to job responsibilities) and good driving record.

Other: may be required to have ability to read and follow construction and utility diagrams.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

High school graduation, or its equivalent, and at least one year of experience operating light equipment;

or sufficient education to read and write, plus at least two years of experience operating light equipment;

or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

Class “A or B” Commercial Driver's License is required within one (1) year of employment. Must possess a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Salary & Benefits

• Starting Salary: $40,934.40
• Position Will Remain Open Until Filled
• The City of Seguin is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" (AA/EOE)

* For the purpose of compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations.

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