Equipment Operator III

Job Summary

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.

The Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified applicants for the Equipment Operator position which is responsible for operating a variety of heavy (large), mid-sized, and small equipment, engines, attachments, and hand tools used to maintain the County's channels and bayous.

• Operate heavy and/or technical equipment such as large trash trucks, airboats, skid steers, etc.

• Mix herbicide(s) in accordance with the manufacturer’s label and dispense from truck, tractor, or 4‑wheel drive extreme utility vehicles (XUV).

• Record work performed on the daily activity sheet, track mileage, and complete herbicide reports.

• Perform job hazard assessments, identify any obstacles to completing tasks, and report to the supervisor.

• Assist in the supervision of crew members when needed.

• Dislodge and remove drifts and debris from channels, basins, and vacant lots.

• Assume additional responsibilities as required, adapting to the District's evolving demands, responsibilities, needs, and objectives.

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.

• Previous supervisory experience preferred

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalency

• Requires two (2) years of directly related work experience.

• A valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tank, standard shift endorsements, OR a TDA herbicide license

• Good verbal & written communication skills.

• Ability to 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.

• Ability to work independently with limited to no supervision.

• Regular Full Time

• 40 hours per week

• To be discussed at the interview

• 7522 Prairie Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77086

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

• Frequently walking up and down steep slopes of ditches or on rough and uneven surfaces or ground such as sloping terrain, plowed or furrowed areas, or construction sites.

• Frequent stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying items up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds.

• Frequent driving of vehicles with automatic and four-wheel drive controls.

• Occasional ascending and descending stairs.

• 100% of duties are performed outdoors where there will be routine exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, air pollution, wind, and dust.

• Will be exposed to vegetation retardants, herbicides, and fertilizers.

• Will be exposed to petroleum products, including but not limited to gasoline, oil, grease, diesel, and other fuels and lubricants.

• Will be exposed to snakes, wildlife, wasps, bees, and other flying or walking insects.

• May be exposed to aquatic bacteria, viruses, and other micro‑organisms.

• May be exposed to vibration or noise in excess of 85 decibels.

• May be exposed to fluids, compounds, or chemicals used in cleaning offices and work areas.

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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Employment Opportunity Plan .aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274‑5445 or email