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TxDOTEquipment Operator - Marlin (Waco District)
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LocationUST-Texas-Marlin-Marlin Construction Annex
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenNov 3, 2026 · 23h ago
Verified live23h ago
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1 year experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation
Valid driver's license
Must have a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License for equipment operation at time of application
Obtain N endorsement code within 90 days from date of hire
Some knowledge of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Some knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
Proficient in using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
Proficient in operating light and heavy equipment
Proficient in maintaining a safe working environment
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Must pass a drug test prior to employment
Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations
Must maintain regular and dependable attendance and adhere to established work schedules
Must be available to work weekends and holidays, as required
Must be willing and able to work beyond regularly scheduled hours when operational needs require
Must participate in a rotating on-call schedule, when applicable to the position
Must wear employer-provided personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations
Benefits
Retirement plans
Flexible schedules
Paid leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
On the job training
Tuition assistance
Wellness program
Career development
About the role
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Waco District is looking for a skilled and dedicated Equipment Operator to join our team in the Falls County Maintenance Section. In this role, you will be responsible for operating a variety of heavy machinery to support vital road maintenance and construction projects that ensure the safety and quality of our transportation infrastructure.
If you have a strong work ethic, experience with operating construction equipment, and a passion for keeping Texas roads in top condition, we invite you to apply and become a key player in our mission to improve and maintain the state’s transportation network!
Legal
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.
Benefits
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
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Retirement Plans
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Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
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Paid Leave and Holidays
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Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
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On-the-Job Training
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Tuition Assistance Program
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Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
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Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
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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)
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.
Essential Duties:
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Assists in providing support to local law enforcement officials at accident sites; assists stranded motorists as required
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Assists with traffic control; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic
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Monitors and completes various required reports including time-keeping, equipment forms, inventory, accident forms, Preventive Maintenance Inspections (PMI) checklist, and records work in progress
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Operates light equipment such as a front-end loader one and quarter cubic yards or less, pneumatic roller, rotary broom, spreader box, backhoe, street sweeper, and mower.
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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
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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
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May train other employees on the operation of equipment and safety procedures
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Operates heavy equipment performing highly complex transportation maintenance and roadway repairs
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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
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: No education required.
Experience: 1 year experience in maintenance and/or construction equipment operation. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
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Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
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Must have a valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License for equipment operation at time of application, and obtain “N” endorsement code within 90 days from date of hire
Competencies:
Some knowledge of
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The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
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Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
Proficient skill in
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Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
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Operating light and heavy equipment
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Maintaining a safe working environment
Ability to
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Communicate effectively
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Follow verbal and written instructions
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
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Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
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Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard haat, or other device
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Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
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Standing prolonged periods of time
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Walking - moving on foot to accomplish tasts: long distance/from one work site to another
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
Hiring process
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This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
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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.
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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.
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Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
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Must maintain regular and dependable attendance and adhere to established work schedules.
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Must be available to work weekends and holidays, as required.
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Must be willing and able to work beyond regularly scheduled hours when operational needs require.
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Must participate in a rotating on-call schedule, when applicable to the position.
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Must wear employer-provided personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
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.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
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
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