Driver/Equipment Operator II - Transportation & Eng

Driver/Equipment Operator IIThis posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received. The Driver/Equipment Operator II performs specialized skilled work in the operation of one or more types of motorized heavy equipment used in the maintenance and construction of roads and bridges. Work involves operating such equipment as compactors, front-end loaders, farm tractors, backhoes, etc., for such activities as patching roads and installing culverts. Employee is also responsible for cutting and hauling brush, hauling dirt, mowing roadsides, and repairing and replacing road signs.Examples of DutiesPerforms traffic control such as flagging, setting barricades and cones, hauling equipment and is on-call during storms and other weather-related issues. Loads all equipment and tools necessary to perform off site jobs. Drives diesel and non-diesel trucks to haul gravel, dirt, and asphalt as necessary. Operates heavy equipment utilized by the Department, such as heavy dump trucks and tandem trucks. Cuts brush, trees and other growth at roadsides, utilizing power equipment such as mowers, tractors, and chain saws. Removes trash and debris from county right of way and hauls refuse for deposit at specified locations. Directs traffic at construction sites as necessary. Attaches road signs to posts using various hand and power tools; digs holes and sets signs with cement. Performs routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment. Operates one or more types of equipment involved in the construction and maintenance of roads and bridges such as: compactors, front end loaders, farm tractors, and tractor trailers. Receives instruction and trains other employees in the use of equipment, as time and workload permits. Performs equipment inspections to ensure proper function; washes equipment as necessary. Cleans and maintains equipment; checks equipment for proper function and damage before and after use to ensure safe operating conditions. Performs flood control duties as required. Fuels equipment as necessary. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Performs other related duties as required.Minimum QualificationsHigh School diploma or GED and a minimum two years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Must possess a Class B Commercial Driver's License issued by the State of Texas. Driver's License with "N" endorsement issued by the State of Texas is required within 3 months of employment. Class A Commercial Driver's License with "N" endorsement preferred.Supplemental InformationTo ensure proper delivery of emails please add View email address on click.appcast.io to your email safe list.BenefitsDenton County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; disability, and long term care insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and more. Note: These benefits are not included for Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, or any Denton County Part-Time employee. Denton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, mental or physical disability, age, national origin or veteran status. Family Medical Leave: Denton County employees who have been employed for one year and who have worked 1250 hours in the preceding year may be eligible for up to twelve weeks of FMLA leave. The FMLA provides for up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child for foster care to care for a child, spouse, or parent with a serious health condition for an employee with a serious health condition. Employees who will be away from work for one of these reasons should contact Human Resources for additional information. When possible, an employee should provide at least 30 days advance notice. In the case of an emergency, notification should be made as soon as possible.