Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator (2600579)

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Fort Worth District is looking for one (1) skilled and dedicated Equipment Operator to join our team in the Special Maintenance Section
. In this role, you will be responsible for operating a variety of heavy machinery to support vital road maintenance and construction projects that ensure the safety and quality of our transportation infrastructure. If you have a strong work ethic, experience with operating construction equipment, and a passion for keeping Texas roads in top condition, we invite you to apply and become a key player in our mission to improve and maintain the state’s transportation network.

TxDOT employees have a significant benefits package that includes paid employee medical insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits available for your family and retirement benefits.

Physical work location: 804

E. Waggoman St. Fort Worth, TX 76115

Salary Grade: A18 / $45,521 - $71,055 (yearly)

Minimum Salary: 45,521.00

Maximum Salary: 71,055.00

Pay Basis: Yearly

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations: Special Maintenance Section 804 E Waggoman Street Fort Worth 76115

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Shift: Day

Job Location Flexibility: Onsite

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)

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.

• Monitors and fills out various required reports including time‑keeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) checklist, 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 tractor‑trailer haul trucks to relocate heavy and light equipment including loading, securing, and unloading equipment on haul trailers
• Trains other employees on equipment operation 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
• Operates heavy equipment performing highly complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs
• Sands or cleans 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…