Equipment Operator IV
Tarrant County
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Operator, II, Equipment
Tarrant County
Precinct 4 - Commissioner
Location
Fort Worth, Texas, 76196-0105
Salary
$18.01 - $21.61
per hour
Type
Full Time
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February 21, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves operating trucks and equipment to maintain and build county roads and city projects, including tasks like transporting materials, controlling traffic, and performing basic equipment upkeep.
It's ideal for someone with hands-on experience in construction or maintenance who is physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather.
Reliable workers who can handle heavy lifting and follow safety protocols would thrive here.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience (four years related experience can substitute)
- Minimum one year of related experience in equipment operation or road maintenance
- Current and valid Class C driver's license upon hire
- Obtain Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within eight months of hire
- Ability to perform physical tasks including stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 100 pounds
- Willingness to work in extreme heat, cold, and around hazardous chemicals
Full Job Description
Operate equipment involved in the maintenance and construction of County roads and city projects.Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
For more information, please click on the link below:
http://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/human-resources/employee-benefits.html
Requirements
1. Operates and/or drives truck or light equipment2. Performs road maintenance or construction related duties while operating equipment
3. May transport equipment and supplies
4. Controls traffic flow at work site
5. Performs routine maintenance on equipment or trucks and reports needed repairs
6. Performs all other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED. Minimum of one (1) year related experience.
An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for a high school diploma.
A current and valid Class C driver license is required upon hire.
A Class A CDL with tanker endorsement is required within eight (8) months of hire.
If hired, must provide proof of educational attainment at new hire processing.
Tarrant County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.
Additional Information
While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to stoop, bend, push and pull. May have to lift heavy boxes or objects up to 100 pounds. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals. Exposure to extreme heat and cold.Check your resume before applying to catch common mistakes