Operator I

Salary : $44,527.00 - $47,116.00 Annually
Location : Smith County Road & Bridge Field (North) 2625 E Erwin St Tyler, TX 75702, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00637
Department: Road and Bridge, Equipment
Opening Date: 11/05/2026


Summary/Objective


The Road and Bridge department is looking for a dependable Operator I seeking to contribute strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and operational support skills to a high-performing team. Eager to learn, grow, and assist in maintaining efficient, safe, and compliant daily operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works as part of a crew of Operators as directed by the Foreman, Superintendent, Crew Leader or Operator designated to supervise the crew.
• Reports completed job data to the crew supervisor including, but not limited to, labor and equipment time, materials ordered, used, stockpiled or returned.
• Responsible for the proper upkeep, care and storage of crew-assigned equipment.
• Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) as deemed necessary for certain locations.
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours.
• Other duties assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

• Specialized in all light and at least one (1) heavy equipment.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Follows safety guidelines and policy

Education and Experience


High School diploma or G.E.D.
Licenses and Certifications
Must have a Class B Commercial Driver License.
Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Standing-prolonged (more than 4 hours at a time) periods of time, walking, stooping, bending, pulling, reaching.
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours and in adverse weather conditions with extended hours.
• Subject to outside environmental conditions. Rain Snow, Extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Lift up to 60 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

HOLIDAYS
Smith County employees enjoy 12 holidays a year. These are:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• President's Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving
• Christmas
• Administrative Day (Employee's Choice)

Each year, Commissioner's Court sets the official holiday schedule.
VACATION LEAVE
1 day earned per month (12 days per year). After 5 years of service, 1 1/4 days earned per month (15 per year). After 10 years service, 1 1/2 days earned per month (18 per year).
SICK LEAVE
1 day given per month. Allowed to accrue maximum of 80 days.
SICK LEAVE POOL
Smith County has established a Sick Leave Pool on a voluntary, contributory basis.
MILITARY LEAVE
Granted up to 15 calendar days per year.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE
Unpaid leave may be granted by Department Head for up to 60 days (over 60 days requires Commissioners Court approval) for purposes of:
(1) education that may contribute to the benefit of the County,
(2) public service assignment,
(3) attending to important personal business.
CITIZENSHIP LEAVE
Provides that employees receive normal pay during period called for jury duty which includes both the jury selection process and, if selected, the time the employee actually spends serving on the jury; serving as a subpoenaed witness; and for the purpose of voting.
FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE
Provides for up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical reasons during a 12-month period, and up to 26 weeks of unpaid leave in a single 12-month period to care for a covered service member with a serious injury or illness.
MEDICAL INSURANCE
Smith County offers a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan to its employees and employees' eligible dependents. The plan is administered by The Health Plan.
DRUG CARD COVERAGE
Employee prescription costs are $10 Copay for Generic, $30 Copay* for Formulary Brand, $45 Copay* for Non-Formulary Brand. Mail service is available for maintenance prescriptions. 90-day max supply retail or mail order.

*Mandatory Generic - if generic is available, you will pay the difference between the generic drug and the Brand, plus the Brand copay.
DENTAL INSURANCE
Preventative checkups and cleaning (2 per year) at no cost to employee. Dental work after a $50 deductible per year (maximum of $150 per family) has maximum benefit of $2,000 per year per covered person. Basic services are covered at 80%, major services at 80% and orthodontics (up to age 19) at 50% up to $1,500 lifetime benefit.
LIFE INSURANCE
Up to $10,000 paid for by County. Additional supplemental coverage available at employee's expense.
ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE
Furnished at no cost to employee. Pays 50% of life amount for loss of limb or eye; 100% for loss of 2 limbs or death due to an accident.
RETIREMENT
Employees are eligible to retire: after 20 years of service regardless of age, at age 60 with at least 8 years of service or when age plus service equals 75.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
A payroll deduction savings plan which allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary before Federal taxes - to invest in a tax-favored supplemental retirement program.

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