Operator III

Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

• Performs roadway and right-of-way maintenance

• Operates dump trucks and other heavy equipment such as Operator II-level equipment, along with belly dump trailers, chip spreaders, bulldozers, bucket trucks, vacuum brooms, and excavators.

• Inspects and performs routine maintenance on equipment

• Leads the implementation of setting up and maintaining traffic control signs and barricades in compliance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD)

• Performs basic computer skills including, but not limited to, checking email and electronic timekeeping

• Enters data into the roadway asset management system

• Provides assistance during emergency events (i.e. flooding, ice storm, etc.)

• Transports equipment, supplies and/or materials in light to medium trucks (6 and 12-yard dump trucks)

• Prepares and maintains reports of daily work activities

• Organizes, sets priorities, schedules and reviews work of others

• Responds to citizen concerns with close supervision

• Complies with departmental and county safety standards

• Communicates effectively with the public and other employees

• Attends all meetings and trainings

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Four (4) years of related work experience

• Successfully performs all duties of Bell County Operator II

• Working knowledge of specific job-related technology

• Thorough knowledge of roadway and right-of-way maintenance and crew-specific skills

• Thorough knowledge of the operation of Operator II-level equipment, along with belly dump trailers, chip spreaders, bulldozers, bucket trucks, vacuum brooms, and excavators.

• Thorough knowledge of the TMUTCD

Physical Demands:

• Position involves stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, walking, standing, climbing, driving and lifting up to 100 pounds.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

• Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather

• Individuals may be exposed to heat, cold, loud noise, dust and hazardous chemicals

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Required within sixty (60) days of employment

• Texas Class "A" CDL with Tanker Endorsements

• First Aid and CPR

Required Equipment:

• Must furnish a working cell phone capable of receiving and sending phone calls and text messages.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a related field

• Six years' experience in crew-specific tasks and the operation of related equipment

• Knowledge of roadway construction

• Commercial Herbicide Applicator's License

Employment Testing:

• Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes

• Drug screening: Yes

• Physical exam: Yes

• Psychological exam: No

• Additional: N/A

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Additional Qualifications:

Proposed Compensation:

$22.81 - $22.81

Additional Recruiting Instruction:

Work Shift:

Office Hours (United States of America)

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy located at the Historic Courthouse, 3rd Floor, in downtown Belton.