WATER & SEWER UTILITIES - Equipment Operator II
City of Lufkin
Location
Lufkin
Posted date
2 days ago
Minimum level
N/A
Employment type
Full-time
Job category
Other
WATER & SEWER UTILITIES - Equipment Operator II
DESCRIPTION
A Equipment Operator II for the Water & Sewer Utilities Department performs work involving the operation of large or heavy equipment such as, but not limited to: backhoes, bulldozers, trackhoes, dump trucks, mini excavators, jet machines and trenchers.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma/GED Valid CDL Class A Texas Driver License is preferred
Ability to attend and pass C & D Water Distribution/Wastewater Treatment License within 36-months of hire
Two (2) years operational experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment and trucks
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodation, that the essential functions of the job can be performed:
Knowledge of the geographic layout of the city
Knowledge of the operating characteristics, methods, techniques, procedures and maintenance of machines and equipment operated
Skill in the set up and operation of tools associated with construction grading and excavating process
Skill in reading plans and cut sheets used in laying water and sewer lines
Knowledge of safety regulations and protocols, and experience implementing safety programs is required
Skill in the operation and use of heavy equipment
Ability to read and understand written guidelines from manuals, blueprints, and regulations
Knowledge of basic arithmetic
MAJOR DUTIES
Performs skilled and semi-skilled general labor, maintenance and repair work
Operates a variety of motorized/specialized equipment and vehicles for construction, repair and maintenance (Ex: backhoes, bulldozers and excavators)
Maintains City's water and sewer systems, infrastructure, facilities and grounds in accordance with all city ordinances as well as state and federal regulations and procedures
Transports material, vehicles and equipment to the job site
Inspects, cleans and performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment
Completes required daily logs and reports
Assigned to an on-call schedule as needed
Serves as crew foreman when foreman is absent
Various other duties as assigned
REPORTS TO:
Water & Utilities Superintendent
HOURLY RATE:
$17.42
FULL TIME
SCHEDULE:
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 5 PM
PHONE
...
This position is an essential service position and will require providing services during emergency situations.
Human Resources Department
Lufkin City Hall
300 E. Shepherd Ave., Suite 226
Lufkin, TX 75901
City of Lufkin
Location
Lufkin
Posted date
2 days ago
Minimum level
N/A
Employment type
Full-time
Job category
Other
WATER & SEWER UTILITIES - Equipment Operator II
DESCRIPTION
A Equipment Operator II for the Water & Sewer Utilities Department performs work involving the operation of large or heavy equipment such as, but not limited to: backhoes, bulldozers, trackhoes, dump trucks, mini excavators, jet machines and trenchers.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma/GED Valid CDL Class A Texas Driver License is preferred
Ability to attend and pass C & D Water Distribution/Wastewater Treatment License within 36-months of hire
Two (2) years operational experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment and trucks
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodation, that the essential functions of the job can be performed:
Knowledge of the geographic layout of the city
Knowledge of the operating characteristics, methods, techniques, procedures and maintenance of machines and equipment operated
Skill in the set up and operation of tools associated with construction grading and excavating process
Skill in reading plans and cut sheets used in laying water and sewer lines
Knowledge of safety regulations and protocols, and experience implementing safety programs is required
Skill in the operation and use of heavy equipment
Ability to read and understand written guidelines from manuals, blueprints, and regulations
Knowledge of basic arithmetic
MAJOR DUTIES
Performs skilled and semi-skilled general labor, maintenance and repair work
Operates a variety of motorized/specialized equipment and vehicles for construction, repair and maintenance (Ex: backhoes, bulldozers and excavators)
Maintains City's water and sewer systems, infrastructure, facilities and grounds in accordance with all city ordinances as well as state and federal regulations and procedures
Transports material, vehicles and equipment to the job site
Inspects, cleans and performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment
Completes required daily logs and reports
Assigned to an on-call schedule as needed
Serves as crew foreman when foreman is absent
Various other duties as assigned
REPORTS TO:
Water & Utilities Superintendent
HOURLY RATE:
$17.42
FULL TIME
SCHEDULE:
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 5 PM
PHONE
...
This position is an essential service position and will require providing services during emergency situations.
Human Resources Department
Lufkin City Hall
300 E. Shepherd Ave., Suite 226
Lufkin, TX 75901
Job ID: 481256425
Originally Posted on: 6/14/2025
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