Heavy Equipment Operator jobs in Harlingen, TX

Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment or machinery, such as a tractor, bulldozer, backhoe, or excavator, for the purposes of construction, demolition, or excavation. Prepares equipment and conducts routine inspections prior to operation to ensure it is safe and in working condition. Being a Heavy Equipment Operator identifies and addresses potential hazards and adheres to all safety protocols and regulations. May be responsible for scheduling minor repairs and conducting routine maintenance like cleaning and lubricating. Additionally, Heavy Equipment Operator requires a high school diploma. May require State License. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Heavy Equipment Operator independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Heavy Equipment Operator typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
  • Cameron County
  • La Feria, TX FULL_TIME
  • Job Description

    Job Description

    HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

    PAY GRADE : 112 - $ 34,175.00 minimum salary

    Purpose of Classification

    Performs technical work in the maintenance, repair, and / or construction of road and drainage infrastructure. Duties include maintaining existing roadways, drainage structures, and grounds.

    Positions in this class perform routine maintenance and identify needed corrective actions to resolve discrepancies; answer maintenance questions;

    and maintain repair documents and records.

    Essential Functions

    The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

    Other duties may be required and assigned.

    Operates and maintains light to heavy road construction equipment including motor graders, pavers, rollers, chip spreaders, loaders, backhoes and tractors to construct and maintain streets and drainage structures.

    • Assists and checks damaged equipment with daily checklist; checks work area to determine any safety risks;
    • Estimates required materials needed for construction or repair roads and culverts; performs minor maintenance and repair for road construction equipment;

    performs patching of roadways and pavement.

    Utilizes survey level equipment to set and verify ground elevations for road and / or road ditch improvements.

    Installs culverts, ditch work, driveways operating the back hoe; operates excavator for shoulder widening and cleaning drain ditches;

    operates rollers, sheep foot, blue tops.

    Provides flagger assistance when working road projects; works with power tools in a safe manner. assists in picking up trash, debris. and tires.

    Transports material and heavy equipment that may include semi-trailers; maintains tools and machinery in good condition and uses all tools carefully and as instructed.

    Required to be on call and / or on-duty to assist the community in preparing, responding and recovering from severe weather events.

    Additional Functions

    Performs other related duties as required.

    Minimum Qualifications

    High School Diploma or GED; supplemented by four (4) years of experience performing technical and / or repair work operating light to heavy road construction and equipment;

    or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

    Minimum Texas Class B Commercial driver's license (CDL) with a tank and air brakes endorsement. Hazardous Material Endorsements are preferred.

    ADA Compliance

    Physical Ability : Tasks require the ability to exert medium physical effort in medium work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and / or pulling of objects and materials of heavy weight (50 - 100 pounds).

    Tasks may involve extended periods of time climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion at a keyboard or work station.

    Sensory Requirements : Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

    Environmental Factors : Essential functions are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Exposure to damp / wet surfaces, duty conditions, fumes and odors, flammable liquids and high noise levels.

    This position is subject to a six (6) month probationary period prior to Civil Service eligibility. Must submit to a drug and alcohol evaluation.

    BENEFITS :

    Cameron County Offers Excellent Fringe Benefits, Including : Health and Life Insurance Protection, Sick and Annual Leave, Retirement System and Paid Holidays.

    Cameron County has a mandatory direct deposit payroll program.

    AA / EEO / MFD EMPLOYER

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Plumbing Excavation - Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Roto-Rooter
  • Harlingen, TX FULL_TIME
  • Roto-Rooter is currently hiring for a full-time Plumbing Excavation - Heavy Equipment Operator to perform excavating and directional digging in the Harlingen, TX area. This excavating position earns a...
  • 23 Days Ago

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (PRECINCT 4)
  • Cameron County
  • La Feria, TX FULL_TIME
  • HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR PAY GRADE: 112 - $ 34,175.00 minimum salary Purpose of Classification Performs technical work in the maintenance, repair, and/or construction of road and drainage infrastructu...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Plumbing Excavation - Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Roto-Rooter
  • Harlingen, TX FULL_TIME
  • Roto-Rooter is currently hiring for a full-time Plumbing Excavation - Heavy Equipment Operator to perform excavating and directional digging in the Harlingen, TX area. This excavating position earns a...
  • 9 Days Ago

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT / DIESEL MECHANIC
  • Cameron County
  • San Benito, TX FULL_TIME
  • HEAVY EQUIPMENT / DIESEL MECHANIC Salary: 114 - $ 37,678.00 minimum salary Purpose of Classification Under the general supervision, responsible to perform technical work in repair and/or vehicle/equip...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Equipment coordinator
  • Tellus Equipment
  • Raymondville, TX FULL_TIME
  • Purpose Assist the Small to Mid Ag Product Manager in maintaining accurate and on-time reports and records relative to the service department's operation within the dealership. Responsibilities : Auto...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Material & Supply Yard Assistant
  • Integrated Talent Strategies
  • Los Fresnos, TX
  • Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS) is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator to work with a top energy and utili...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Material Coordinator General
  • Bechtel
  • Brownsville, TX
  • Requisition ID: 275357 Relocation Authorized: National - Single Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: B...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Heavy Equipment Operator
  • IOC Company
  • Brownsville, TX
  • Looking for an opportunity to work with a great team using your heavy equipment operator skills? Then IOC Company LLC, a...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Equipment Operator III
  • Hidalgo County, TX
  • Edinburg, TX
  • Salary: $43,020.00 Annually Location : Weslaco, TX Job Type: Temporary Full-Time Job Number: 2024-02100 Department: PREC...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Yard Attendant I
  • IAA
  • Donna, TX
  • Here at IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA) Our Yard Attendants enjoy working in the elements. They are detail-oriented, but quick o...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Export Material Handler
  • Brook Valley Management, Inc.
  • Harlingen, TX
  • Classification: Non-Exempt Reports to: Export Production Manager Company Overview Brook Valley Salvage is a family built...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Export Material Handler
  • Brooke Valley Salvage Harlingen,TX #725 - Harlingen Export
  • Harlingen, TX
  • Classification: Non-Exempt Reports to: Export Production Manager Company Overview Brook Valley Salvage is a family built...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Equipment Operator II
  • City of Edinburg
  • Edinburg, TX
  • Equipment Operator II / CDL City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator II / CDL...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Harlingen (/ˈhɑːrlɪndʒɪn/ HAR-lin-jin) is a city in Cameron County in the central region of the Rio Grande Valley of the southern part of the U.S. state of Texas, about 30 miles (48 km) from the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. The city covers more than 40 square miles (104 km2) and is the second-largest city in Cameron County, as well as the fourth-largest in the Rio Grande Valley. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 64,849, for a growth rate of 12.5% since the 2000 census. It is the city with the lowest cost of living in the United States. Harlingen is a principal city of the Bro...
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Income Estimation for Heavy Equipment Operator jobs
$58,271 to $81,321
Harlingen, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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