Heavy Equipment Operator II (A264210-5) Wastewater Treatment

$18.93 Per Hour Position range in Webb County $15.12 - $20.32 Per hour Heavy Equipment Operator II (A264210-5) Wastewater Treatment

LAREDO - CITY OF

Occupation:

Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

Location:

LAREDO, TX - 78046

Positions available: 1 Job #: 17005935

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

04/23/2026

Updated:

04/26/2026

Expires:

05/23/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Experience 36 Month(s) Age 21 and up CDL Required Language English, Well Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Hours 40 Hours Per Week Shift Day Shift Public Transit Available Benefits Help for .

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Operates medium heavy equipment, including backhoes, tanker trucks, batwing mowers, and roll-off container trucks. Repairs City utilities, lays pipelines, and other maintenance and excavation work requiring heavy equipment operation. Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Responds to inquiries and assists lower level heavy equipment operators. Operates backhoe, graders, and loaders to install, replace, and maintain streets and roads, water utility lines, mains, meters, valves, etc. Cuts and fits pipes above or below ground to specifications necessary to install or repair water lines; assembles the pipe system; installs or replaces manholes, valves, tees, bends, and crosses. Raises, lowers, or moves water lines as needed. Removes sludge from treatment plants utilizing specialized injector tractor; monitors solid buildup and pumps sludge into injecting vehicle. Performs basic maintenance on equipment and tools including washing, changing oil, and greasing. Operates front end loader to pick up debris during construction projects; assists in performing unskilled or semi-skilled labor such as digging ditches, covering ditches, pouring concrete, mowing, and/or trimming trees and shrubs. Assists other City Departments in case of emergencies. Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation Knowledge of safe operations of heavy equipment Knowledge of geography of the City including major streets and landmarks Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations Knowledge of vehicles and equipment

Skills and Abilities:

Skill in organization and time management Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature. Skill in customer service Skill in leadership Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries. Ability to operate heavy equipment. Ability to follow oral and written instruction. Ability to maintain accurate and complete records.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments Sometimes Office or similar indoor environment Confined space Frequently Outdoor environment Street environment (near moving traffic) Construction site Warehouse environment Often Vehicles Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements Seldom Individuals with known violent backgrounds Sometimes Individuals who are hostile or irate Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) Often Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) Communicable diseases Moving mechanical parts Fumes or airborne particles Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

National travel International travel

Seldom:

Regional travel Often Local travel Minimum Qualifications Required Education and Experience At least three (3) years of experience as a heavy equipment operator. Valid Licenses and Certifications Required Licenses or Certifications Valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A is required. As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment. Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment. Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7482 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.