Operator I
Smith County
- Agency: Smith County
- Location: TX
- Salary: $43K - $45K
- Type: full-time
- Work arrangement: onsite
- Posted: 2026-03-18
Job Description
The Road and Bridge department is looking for a dependable Operator I seeking to contribute strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and operational support skills to a high-performing team. Eager to learn, grow, and assist in maintaining efficient, safe, and compliant daily operations.
• Works as part of a crew of Operators as directed by the Foreman, Superintendent, Crew Leader or Operator designated to supervise the crew.
• Reports completed job data to the crew supervisor including, but not limited to, labor and equipment time, materials ordered, used, stockpiled or returned.
• Responsible for the proper upkeep, care and storage of crew-assigned equipment.
• Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) as deemed necessary for certain locations.
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours.
• Other duties assigned
• Specialized in all light and at least one (1) heavy equipment.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Follows safety guidelines and policy
High School diploma or G.E.D.
Licenses and Certifications
Must have a Class B Commercial Driver License.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
• Standing-prolonged (more than 4 hours at a time) periods of time, walking, stooping, bending, pulling, reaching.
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours and in adverse weather conditions with extended hours.
• Subject to outside environmental conditions. Rain Snow, Extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Lift up to 60 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
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