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Harker Heights, City of (TX)

Heavy Equipment Operator - Water

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 06/10/2026

Location: Harker Heights, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/21/2026

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What they do

An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$53,887 / year median in Texas

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Performs technical and manual tasks in the operation of minor maintenance, and equipment checks of heavy equipment operated by the City. Performs related tasks as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Water Field Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None. 1. Follows well-established procedures and methods. Operates a front end loader, backhoe, roller, skid steer, dump truck, compactor, mower, computer etc. 2. Operates equipment for such things as excavating, repairing or replacing infrastructure in the water distribution, wastewater treatment and collection systems. 3. Performs maintenance service and makes minor field repairs on equipment, insures that equipment is secure at the end of each work shift. 4. Operates and maintains water pumpstations and water storage facilities. 5. Answers Duty Phone on nights, weekends and holidays. 6. Performs other duties as assigned. 7. Attendance is an essential function of this job. 8. Exhibits the City of Harker Heights' Core Values.