Equipment Operator II

Harris County (TX)
Houston, Texas
Full Time

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Position Description

About Harris County Flood Control District:

The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County, the third most populated county in the United States, with a population in excess of 4.7 million, including the City of Houston, the nation's fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county, which consist of approximately 1,500 channels totaling nearly 2,500 miles in length, as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins, totaling more than 10,000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens bayou.

What you will do at Harris County Flood Control District:

Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Equipment Operator II.

Reporting to the Crew Leader, the Equipment Operator II is responsible for operating various small engines and moderate to heavy equipment used to maintain clear channels, drainage elements and right of ways in accordance with the District's mission to maintain the Infrastructure.

Essential Functions and Duties:

Operate trucks and equipment including spray equipment, tractors, chainsaws, 4-wheel drive extreme utility vehicles (XUV) and weed trimmers.
Mix herbicide(s) in accordance with manufacturer and District's formulas and instructions and dispense from truck, tractor, XUV or from backpack.
Clean and repair all spray equipment and properly store herbicides and supplies.
Cut weeds, grass, and brush in, along and around channels, drainage elements and right-of ways using equipment designated for that purpose.
Dislodge and remove drifts and debris (trees, limbs, brush, vines, trash and refuse) from channel berms, slopes and bottoms for proper disposal.
Drive trash truck to and from job sites, dump sites or landfills.
Check and maintain all equipment fluids, perform daily inspection(s) and fuel and wash equipment, as needed.
Report necessary replacement or repair of defective equipment to supervisor.
May perform other duties that can be added or changed as the course and scope of the job directs.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you need special services or accommodations, please call ... or email .... This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Experience:

Two (2) years' experience in field operations or a related field

Licensure:

Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Knowledge Skills, and Abilities:

Good verbal & written communication skills. Can effectively communicate with coworkers and the public.
Good analytical skills in applying guidelines and adapting standard methods to fit facts and conditions.
Ability to work in an outdoor setting.
Familiarity with operating gasoline- powered equipment and off-road vehicles.
Ability to work well with a team in a field environment.
Can work independently with limited to no supervision.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Experience:

Some knowledge of bayou, drainage area and right-of-way maintenance including, but not limited to, mowing, application of various herbicides, cutting and clearing brush and debris removal (preferred)

Licensure:

Valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License. (preferred)
Valid Texas State licensed ATV Operator to operate four-wheel vehicles with trailer. (preferred)
Valid Texas State Commercial or Non-commercial Pesticide Applicator License. (preferred)

General Information

Position Type, Hours and Salary:

Regular | Full-Time | Non-exempt
40 hours per week
Salary: To be discussed at interview

Locations:

Maintenance Construction | 7522 Prairie Oak Drive Houston, TX 77086

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Frequent walking up and down steep slopes of ditches or on rough and uneven
Frequent stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying of items up to 11 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
Frequent driving of a vehicle with automatic controls and four-wheel drive.
Occasional walking up and down steep slopes of ditches or on rough and uneven surfaces or ground such as sloping terrains, plowed or furrowed areas or construction sites.
100% of duties are performed outdoors where there will be routine exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, air pollution, wind, and dust.
May be exposed to vegetation retardants, herbicides and fertilizers, petroleum products including but not limited to gasoline, oil, grease, diesel and other fuels and lubricants, snakes, wildlife, wasps, bees and other flying or walking insects, aquatic bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms, and vibration or noise in excess of 85 decibels.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
One (1) floating holiday per year
Paid Parental Leave
Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

Professional learning & development opportunities
Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
Flexible work schedule*
METRO RideSponsor Program*
Participation may vary by department.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

High School or GED diploma
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
None of the above

Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in field operations or a related field? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

Less than two (2) years
Two (2) years or more but less than three (3) years
Three (3) years or more but less than four (4) years
Four (4) or more years
I do not have this experience

Please provide the dates of employment during which you obtained experience in field operations or a related field. Provide the month and year that began and ended the experience. Example: "January 2020 - December 2023" If this experience is not clearly documented in the Work Experience section, your application will be disqualified. If you do not have this experience, type "N/A" in the space provided.

Do you have a valid Texas State licensed ATV Operator to operate four-wheel vehicles with trailer?

Do you have a valid Texas State Commercial or Non-commercial Pesticide Applicator License?

Do you have experience with bayou, drainage area, and right-of-way maintenance, including but not limited to mowing, applying various herbicides, cutting and clearing brush, and removing debris?

This role requires a Valid Driver's License (Texas upon hire) Do you have a Valid Driver's License?

Yes, I have a Valid Texas Driver's License
Yes, I have a Valid Driver's License but understand I must obtain a Valid Texas Driver's License prior to start date
No, I'm not interested

For this position, a valid Texas Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is necessary. Please choose the option that best describes your situation: (Please be sure to include all related details in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.)