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Backhoe Operator

City of Pharr
Pharr, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/7/2030

Join the City of Pharr as a Full Time Backhoe Operator and take part in shaping our vibrant community! This onsite position not only offers you the chance to work with cutting-edge equipment but also allows you to solve real-world problems that enhance our city. With a competitive pay of $30,600.00, you can enjoy both job satisfaction and financial stability. The fast-paced, energetic work environment fosters innovation, making every day an opportunity to grow professionally. Embrace the chance to be a key player in our forward-thinking team.

You can get great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, and Retirement. Apply now to become part of a customer-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in Pharr, TX!

What's your day like?

Under the general supervision of the Distribution Foreman, the Full Time Backhoe Operator plays a crucial role in the City of Pharr's commitment to maintaining essential public services. This position involves operating a backhoe for the installation and repair of water and sanitary sewer lines, executing semi-skilled tasks that contribute to the upkeep of water distribution and sewage collection systems. The Backhoe Operator will engage in fieldwork, including excavating and backfilling utilities-related projects, ensuring efficient and safe operations. Beyond daily responsibilities, the operator will also assist the working supervisor with various related duties, making this role dynamic and integral to the community. This hands-on opportunity allows you to directly contribute to the infrastructure that supports our vibrant city.

What you need to be successful

To excel as a Full Time Backhoe Operator with the City of Pharr, candidates must possess a strong foundation in the operation and maintenance of various backhoe models. Proficiency in municipal digging, trenching, and understanding utility line work is essential for effectively executing daily tasks. A keen awareness of occupational hazards and the implementation of necessary safety precautions will ensure a safe working environment. Effective communication skills are crucial, as documentation and collaboration with team members are part of the role.

Candidates should demonstrate an ability to comprehend written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Additionally, considerable skills in utilizing a backhoe, high-velocity sewer cleaner, and water tapping machine are required, all of which are vital tools within the plumbing and pipe fitting trade. This combination of technical knowledge and practical experience will be key to delivering high-quality public services in Pharr.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

  • Knowledge on the operation and maintenance of the different kind of backhoes.
  • Knowledge on the operation of municipal digging, trenching and work of utility lines.
  • Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the necessary safety precautions.
  • Communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for documentation purposes.
  • Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
  • Considerable skills in the use of a backhoe, high velocity sewer cleaner and water tapping machine tools related to the plumbing and pipe fitting trade.

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity?

If you think this job aligns with your requirements, then submitting an application is simple. Good luck!

Must pass a thorough criminal background check due to the sensitivity of the information handled by this position.

Salary : $30,600

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