What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asphalt Field Operator / Public Works position at Harris County?
What you will do for Harris County Precinct 2:
Under general supervision of Public Works Superintendent, performs a variety of general labor duties on asphalt road maintenance and construction duties.
- Performs general labor duties in a variety of asphalt road maintenance including pothole patching, asphalt repairs, debris removal, and traffic signs.
- Operates light construction equipment, including pick-up trucks, associated with asphalt road maintenance; Required ability to shovel, rake, handle other small hand tools and some power tools.
- Performs construction duties including setting up traffic control, signs, cones, flagging and directing traffic or any other traffic control devices
- Performs routine daily maintenance including pre/post trip inspections, checking and filling fluids, report repairs, and cleaning work area, tools, and equipment
- Handles road materials including asphalt, oils, gravel, limestone, concrete, compounds, and crack sealer material
- Work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Education:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
Licensure:
- Valid Class “C” Texas driver's license
- Must be proficient in multi-tasking to meet deadlines provided
- Ability to document activities both written and electronic
- Ability to work in a professional manner with all levels of management, staff, and public.
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 experience with asphalt paving (preferred)
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Full-time | 40 hours per week
- This may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- 8103 Wade Road, Baytown, TX 77021
Reporting Relationships
- Reports To Position: Public Works Superintendent
Supervises Positions: None
- This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Noise level in the work environment is usually average.
- This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files of up to 50 lbs, open filling cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Essential functions involve significant physical reaching and bending. Frequently required to walk, sit, talk, drive, hear, bend, stoop, twist, and balance.
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.
Salary : $13
