Equipment Operator - (2502017)
Position Information
TxDOT is looking for an Equipment Operator in our Hopkins County Maintenance Section located in Sulphur Springs, TX. We have a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. Join TxDOT and build a career as big as TEXAS!
If you enjoy working outdoors and would like to make the roadways safer for your family and friends, then apply for this position. Come join our TxDOT family!
Minimum Salary: 45,521.00 Maximum Salary: 71,055.00
Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Locations: Sulphur Springs/Hopkins Ae/Mnt 1100 HILLCREST DRIVE ON SH 19 Sulphur Springs 75482-0298
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job Shift Details: Monday - Friday | 7AM to 3:30PM | 40 Hrs
Location Flexibility: Onsite
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
Retirement Plans
Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Leave and Holidays
Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
On-the-Job Training
Tuition Assistance Program
Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Performs complex transportation maintenance work operating heavy equipment such as: a tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, profiling/milling machine, and dump truck. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
Drives a state vehicle to assist in sanding or cleaning bridges and roads, posting warning signs, helping the public and performing other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents and hazardous material spills.
Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required.
Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
Monitors and fills out various required reports including time-keeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, PMI and records work in progress.
Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower.
Operates one or more types of complex heavy equipment such as tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt profiling/milling machine and dump truck.
Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment; as required uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products related to these activities to include tires and equipment attachments.
Operates heavy equipment performing complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs.
May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.
May train other employees on the operation of equipment and safety procedures.
Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a half cubic yards or more, large dragline, shovel, and paint striper
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: No education required.
Experience: 1 year experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License for equipment operation at time of applica
Competencies:
Communicate effectively
Follow verbal and written instructions
Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials
Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical devices of the trade
Maintaining a safe working relationship
Using heavy highway equipment
Using light highway equipment
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to vibration
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize medical marijuana under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
Job: Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Jul 23, 2025, 9:13:39 AM Unposting Date: Ongoing
State Job Title/s: Equipment Operator III State Job Code/s: 9026
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
Position Information
TxDOT is looking for an Equipment Operator in our Hopkins County Maintenance Section located in Sulphur Springs, TX. We have a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. Join TxDOT and build a career as big as TEXAS!
If you enjoy working outdoors and would like to make the roadways safer for your family and friends, then apply for this position. Come join our TxDOT family!
Minimum Salary: 45,521.00 Maximum Salary: 71,055.00
Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Locations: Sulphur Springs/Hopkins Ae/Mnt 1100 HILLCREST DRIVE ON SH 19 Sulphur Springs 75482-0298
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job Shift Details: Monday - Friday | 7AM to 3:30PM | 40 Hrs
Location Flexibility: Onsite
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
Retirement Plans
Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Leave and Holidays
Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
On-the-Job Training
Tuition Assistance Program
Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Performs complex transportation maintenance work operating heavy equipment such as: a tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, profiling/milling machine, and dump truck. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
Drives a state vehicle to assist in sanding or cleaning bridges and roads, posting warning signs, helping the public and performing other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents and hazardous material spills.
Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required.
Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic.
Monitors and fills out various required reports including time-keeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, PMI and records work in progress.
Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower.
Operates one or more types of complex heavy equipment such as tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt profiling/milling machine and dump truck.
Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment; as required uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products related to these activities to include tires and equipment attachments.
Operates heavy equipment performing complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs.
May serve as a work crew project lead ensuring work performed meets project specifications.
May train other employees on the operation of equipment and safety procedures.
Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader-one and a half cubic yards or more, large dragline, shovel, and paint striper
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: No education required.
Experience: 1 year experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License for equipment operation at time of applica
Competencies:
Communicate effectively
Follow verbal and written instructions
Methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work
The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials
Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical devices of the trade
Maintaining a safe working relationship
Using heavy highway equipment
Using light highway equipment
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to vibration
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize medical marijuana under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
Job: Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Jul 23, 2025, 9:13:39 AM Unposting Date: Ongoing
State Job Title/s: Equipment Operator III State Job Code/s: 9026
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
Job ID: 486842819
Originally Posted on: 7/25/2025
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