Equipment Operator; Channing

Performs complex transportation maintenance work operating heavy equipment such as a tractor‑trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self‑propelled asphalt distributor, profiling/milling machine, and dump truck. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required.

• Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.

• Monitors and completes various required reports including timekeeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) checklist, and records work in progress.

• Operates one or more types of complex heavy equipment such as tractor‑trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self‑propelled asphalt profiling/milling machine and dump truck.

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment; as required uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products related to these activities to include tires and equipment attachments.

• May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.

• Trains other employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.

• Operates heavy equipment performing highly complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs.

• Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posting warning signs, helping the public and performing other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents and hazardous material spills.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

• Education
  :
  No education required.
• Experience
  : 1 year experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation. (Experience can be satisfied by full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year‑per‑year basis.
• Licenses and Certifications
  :
  • Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
  • Must have a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License at time of application. Must have an "N" endorsement or obtain an "N" endorsement within 120 calendar days from date of employment.

• Commercial Class "A" Driver's License with an "N" endorsement.

• Considerable knowledge of:
  • Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work.
  • The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
  • Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures.
  • Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes.
• Proficient skill in:
  • Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade.
  • Operating light and heavy highway equipment.
  • Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.
• Ability to:
  • Communicate effectively.
  • Follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Drive and ride in a vehicle for extended periods.

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes.
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.
• Subject to noise and hazards – moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
• Required to wear protective gear – respirator, hard hat, or other device.
• Medium work:
  Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Climbing – ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc.
• Standing – prolonged periods of time.
• Pushing – using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction.
• Talking – expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words.
• Hearing – perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral…