Heavy Equipment Operator

CITY OF WEATHERFORD TEXAS
Weatherford, Texas United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 19, 2024
  • Salary: Starting hourly rate $18.66 to $19.59 (DOQ) USD
  • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Public Works
  • Job Description

    The Municipal & Community Services Department is looking to hire a Heavy Equipment Operator. If you would like to work on the most recognized team in our community operating our sanitation or brush truck, we would like to hear from you!

    Roles & Responsibilities Include:
    • Operates the sanitation packer truck and specialized equipment for the collection and disposal of refuse.
    • Inspects the refuse packer truck prior to operation including checking oil, tires, antifreeze, hydraulic oil, etc.
    • Ensures Solid Waste Loaders have acquired safety equipment prior to operation.
    • Drives to various locations within our city for collection of refuse and transports to sanitary landfill in a safe and timely manner.
    • May operate specialized equipment or trucks to collect brush and other debris.
    • Leads a small crew of loaders and assists in loading as required.
    • May be required to climb in and out of vehicle to move items if necessary.


    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications: • High School diploma or GED equivalent. • Must have a Class B Texas CDL License. • Two years of truck driving experience preferred.

    Special Requirements

    Miscellaneous Information

    The City of Weatherford is a strong, progressive community of over 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities just outside of the Fort Worth Metroplex. We are expanding our team to continue our commitment and pride in our Strong Community philosophy as well as our inclusiveness and diversity.

    Job Details

    Category Municipal and Community Services Status Open Salary Starting hourly rate $18.66 to $19.59 (DOQ) Posted October 18, 2024 10:35 AM Closing Open Until Filled

    Tools

    • Apply Online
    • New Job Notifications
    • Clerical Supplemental Application


    Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Weatherford
    • City of Weatherford

    Weatherford Community

    Weatherford is a historic town that is proud of its tradition and history. We are known for our community and family-oriented way of life, which is why Weatherford is one of the premier places to live and visit in North Texas.

    In making decisions for one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, the City of Weatherford prides itself in working toward a unified effort with citizens to prepare for the future. Weatherford is now a premier place to live in the North Texas area and the community has helped developed a vision to balance our strong history with progressive and economic vitality. That’s why our motto is “Building a Strong Community.”

    Visitors and newcomers to Weatherford will enjoy our many treasures, including a shopping district that is full of antique, boutique and specialty stores, restaurants, and entertainment.  Our old-time Farmers’ Market, Chandor Gardens, First Monday Trades Days, and numerous Victorian-era homes bring visitors to our city to share in our desire to maintain our heritage as we grow toward the future. Weatherford is also becoming a destination place for many visitors because of our large-scale events. Our signature events include Spark in the Park and Holiday in the Park attracting over 30,000 people each year.

    Additionally, Weatherford’s location next to the Interstate 20 corridor has attracted retail and restaurant chains for residents and visitors to enjoy. It is anticipated that Weatherford will be welcoming many more new businesses to the area within the next five years; many of which will be major developments for Parker County’s economic development vitality.

     

    Our Growth & Future Development

    Over the course of four years, the City of Weatherford has seen a population growth of over 8,000 people and we expect to double this growth number. Sitting at a current population count of 38,722, the City’s growth is attributed to our proximity to the Metroplex. The City’s major commercial and industrial employers find Weatherford attractive because we offer convenient access to the region’s major transportation and shipping infrastructure, an advantage few cities within the area can offer.

    They say everything’s bigger in Texas. So, we offer unusually big opportunities for companies looking to relocate or expand. A business location here means access to a booming economy with world-class business climate, infrastructure, logistics, and workforce. There is a sense of history here, and a future that’s unlimited.

     

    Our Mission, Vision & Goals 

    The City works with its citizens to “Build A Strong Community” that others can look to as a pillar of unity and excellence. Through large-scale construction and transportation plans that continue to add to the infrastructure a growing city like Weatherford needs, we’ll provide the public services our community requires to continually cultivate the unique small-town city we call home.

    The City of Weather is and continues to strive to be the most livable and best managed city. We take care of our citizens, continually work to improve our neighborhoods and infrastructures as well as, the facets that make us so unique.

     

    What we offer to our Employees:

    Healthcare coverage – The City offers two plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.

    Retirement System – A 2:1 matching ratio through TMRS.

    Vacation – Employees will accrue 4 weeks of paid time off (Two weeks are automatically credited to the employee’s bank after successful completion of their introductory period, usually 6 months).

    Holidays – Immediately available upon hire, employees will receive  paid holidays off, a service date holiday and a floating holiday.

    Gym reimbursement – up to $40 a month for any gym membership or active lifestyle subscription.

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