Pumping Operator (On-Site)

  • Lower Colorado River Authority
  • Lane City, Texas
  • Full Time

Pumping Operator (On-Site)

Apply now Job No: 499826

FT/PT: Full-time

Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular

Location: Lane City, TX

City: Bay City

State: Texas

Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), On-site

The LCRA Irrigation team is looking for a Pumping Operator! Based in Lane City, you will have the unique opportunity to work hand in hand with industry and agricultural partners across Matagorda and Wharton counties. You will work with a skilled team and receive valuable training through on-the-job experience. This position may have assigned responsibilities during natural disasters such as hurricanes or floods. Are you mechanically or electrically skilled and want to work for a reputable company that provides for the local community and offers amazing benefits and training? Join the LCRA team and be part of our mission to enhance the lives of Texans. We want you to apply!

You will be trusted to:

  • Travel independently or with a small crew to various locations (substations, power plants, water systems, parks, recreation areas, conservation areas, etc.) as scheduled.
  • Review both short-term and long-term workloads schedules to ensure adequate workflow. Provide input into budgeting process, pay actions, and other employment decisions, equipment replacement and/or repair, and decisions pertaining to effectiveness of work group efforts.
  • Often operate heavy equipment including tractor/mower, track hoe, backhoe, dump trucks, dozers, etc.
  • Use effective problem-solving skills to identify maintenance requirements on an annual basis.

You qualify with:

  • Four or more years of experience in mechanical installation, maintenance and/or repair, or other relevant experience, including at least two years of experience with electric motors.

You are a great fit with:

  • Heavy Equipment Operation Experience
  • Electrical/Mechanical knowledge and or background
  • Class A Texas commercial driver's license or equivalent from another state

You gain:

  • Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
  • Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
  • 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Wellness program including wellness incentive
  • Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources ... or email .... Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Job ID: 488588053
Originally Posted on: 8/8/2025

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