Road & Bridge Class I / Precinct 1

About Kaufman County Road & Bridge: Kaufman County has an opportunity for Class I with our Road & Bridge sub‑division. This position aims to perform routine maintenance in the county rights‑of‑way and provide quality ditch drainage. Employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including county safety standards. As an essential employee, you will assist with emergencies (i.e., flooding, ice storm, etc.). The Road and Bridge Department’s mission is to offer a responsive public service while executing high maintenance on roads, bridges, hikes, bike trails, and county rights‑of‑way to improve mobility and the quality of life for the constituents’ precinct. There are four precincts in Kaufman County. The four elected Commissioners and an elected County Judge serve as members of the Kaufman County Commissioners Court, the Administrative Head of the county’s government. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following duties represent the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive.) Repair of potholes, sinkholes, and street curbs Set flags and barricades for traffic control. Safely direct traffic through work or construction sites for long periods, flaggers. Blowing and cleaning ditches and inlets Performs routine service and maintenance. Use chainsaws to cut and remove brushand debris from streets, rights of way, and alleys. Performs daily safety inspections of assigned equipment before and after use. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as deemed necessary for certain locations. Attends work on a continuous and regular basis. Other duties may include, but are not limited to: Operate a mower or seaweed rake to remove grass from roads and rights of way ordebris from roadways. Use shovels, rakes, and other maintenance equipment as directed. Performs other job‑related duties as directed by supervisor(s). Must adhere to Federal, State, County, and local ordinances.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Any employee who drives a vehicle on official business must have a driving record that meets standards set by the County and the County’s insurance carrier.

EDUCATION:

• Must have a high school diploma (or GED certificate) Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License; Must possess a Texas Commercial Driver’s License (Class A or B) or be able to attain one in 30 days.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Complex public works equipment.
• Traffic and other regulations governing the use of equipment throughout the

County.

• Occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary in
• Apply knowledge of driving laws and roadway construction.
• Perform pre‑trip visual safety inspection of vehicles and heavy equipment,

including checking fluid levels and tires, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, and performing routine maintenance. • Basic computer skills include but are not limited to checking email, time‑entry, and online training. • Specialized in all light and at least one (1) heavy equipment. Skills and Abilities to: Make emergency repairs to motor‑driven equipment. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Work independently and under stressful conditions. Interact effectively with others. Effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The conditions herein represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands or arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. **Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this Opportunity, please submit an employment application online through the Human Resources Department webpage at Completed applications will be accepted at the deadline date. Applications will be screened, and those deemed best qualified will be invited to participate in an oral interview. The final candidate must be able to successfully pass a pre‑employment screening process, which includes a drug screening test, a complete criminal background investigation, and a driving record check. If any accommodation is needed during the interviewing or testing process, please notify the Human Resources Department at least seven days in advance of your scheduled appointment so that we may be able to provide reasonable accommodation. Kaufman County, Texas, commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state, and federal laws. The County’s policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, country of national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, ethnicity, or status in any other group protected by federal/state/local law. This bulletin is not a contract, neither expressed nor implied. Any provision herein may be modified or revoked. Job ID PRECINCT 1 Category Current Job Openings Status Open Weekly On‑Call / rotating basis required Salary $47,000 Base Posted April 6, 2026 10:30 AM Closing Open Until Filled #J-18808-Ljbffr Kaufman County