Equipment Operator or Equipment Operator Specialist - Marfa/Ft Davis - El Paso District

Job Description

• Equipment Operator or Equipment Operator Specialist
• Marfa/Ft Davis
• El Paso District (2601382) Job Description Equipment Operator or Equipment Operator Specialist
• Marfa/Ft Davis
• El Paso District
• ( 2601382 ) Position Information Are you skilled at operating heavy equipment and take pride in building and maintaining the roadways your community depends on?

At TxDOT, our Equipment Operators play a critical role in "Connecting You with Texas" by performing advanced transportation maintenance work on roadways and bridges across the state. In this role, you'll operate a variety of heavy machinery—including motor graders, excavators, bulldozers, cranes, and asphalt paving equipment—while supporting projects that keep Texans safe and mobile. You'll work alongside dedicated crews and coordinate with contractors to deliver high-quality results. If you're safety-focused, hands-on, and committed to public service, TxDOT offers a meaningful career where your work makes a visible impact every day.

Locations:

Marfa Maintenance Section:

809 W. San Antonio St., Marfa, TX 79843

Ft Davis Maintenance Subsection:

104 Musquiz Dr. Fort Davis, TX 79734

Salary/ Plan Grade:

Equipment Operator:

(A18): $45,521

• $71,055

Equipment Operator Specialist:

(A19): $48,244

• $76,028
• The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary :

45,521.00

Maximum Salary :

76,028.00

Pay Basis :

Yearly FLSA Status :

Nonexempt Work Locations :

Fort Davis Maintenance Section

PO BOX 1237 / STATE HWY 118 SOUTH

Fort Davis 79734

Other Locations :

UST-Texas-Fort Davis Travel :

Yes, 10 % of the

Time Shift :

Day Job Shift Details :

Mon

• Thur 7am
• 5:30pm

Location Flexibility :

Onsite Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including: Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees On-the-Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies and Programs In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description Equipment Operator:

Performs complex transportation maintenance work operating heavy equipment such as: a tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, profiling/milling machine, and dump truck. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Equipment Operator Specialist:

Performs highly complex transportation maintenance work operating heavy equipment such as: a tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt distributor, profiling/milling machine, and dump truck. Work requires contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

Equipment Operator :

Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required. Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic. Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader one and a quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower. Operates one or more types of complex heavy equipment such as tractor-trailer haul truck, motor grader, large excavator, heavy bulldozer, crane, herbicide truck, heavy asphalt paving machine, self-propelled asphalt profiling/milling machine and dump truck. Performs preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment; as required uses/moves equipment/tools, materials and products related to these activities to include tires and equipment attachments. Operates tractor-trailer haul trucks to relocate heavy and light equipment including loading, securing, and unloading equipment on haul trailers in compliance with federal, state, and Department motor vehicle laws, regulations, and standards. Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader one and a half cubic yards or more, large dragline, shovel, and paint striper. Operates heavy equipment performing highly complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs Sands or cleans bridges and roads, posting warning signs, helping the public and performing other work as directed during emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms, accidents and hazardous material spills. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Additional Duties of Equipment Operator Specialist:

Conducts herbicide application operations and oversees the procurement and inventory management of herbicide supplies. Trains other employees on the operation of equipment and safety procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Equipment Operator/ Equipment Operator Specialist :

None Experience Equipment Operator:

1 year experience

Equipment Operator Specialist:

2 years experience

• Experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation.

(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for

Minimum Qualification Licenses and Certifications :

Valid US driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License class "A" with an "N" endorsement for equipment operation at time of application.

Competencies:

Equipment Operator:

Considerable Knowledge of:

The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures Proficient Skill in: Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade Operating light and heavy highway equipment Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Maintaining a safe working environment Ability to: Communicate effectively Follow verbal and written instructions Drive and ride in a vehicle for extended periods Additional competencies for

Equipment Operator Specialist:

Considerable Knowledge of:

Methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in intermodal transportation engineering construction and maintenance work Proficient Skill in: Training in a classroom, office, or field environment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour Subject to noise Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation

• 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e)
• does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

Must be able to report for duty within 40 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.

Job :

Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops Schedule :

Full-time Employee Status :

Regular Job Type :

Standard Job Level :

Non-Management Job Posting :

Jun 18, 2026, 9:07:10

AM Unposting Date :

Jul 1, 2026, 11:59:00

PM State Job Title/s :

Equipment Operator I, II State Job Code/s :

9026, 9027 Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

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//hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions Applicant Information The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990. Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information