Light Equipment Operator Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cstx/jobs/newprint/4810293) Apply  Light Equipment Operator Salary $16.75 - $18.43 Hourly Location College Station, TX Job Type Full Time Job Number 2502358 Department Parks and Rec Department Opening Date 01/29/2025 Closing Date 3/31/2025 11:59 PM Central Hiring Range $16.75-$18.43 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description Under general supervision of the Parks Operations Supervisor, the Light Equipment Operator operates and maintains a wide variety of hand and power tools and other equipment related to the work to include operating light motorized equipment, such as tractors and front-end loaders, and performing manual laboring tasks in the Parks & Recreation Department. This position is distinguished from that of Heavy Equipment Operator by the size, weight and complexity of the equipment operated. Principal Duties 1. Operate a variety of light motorized equipment including pickup trucks, front end loaders, skid loaders, rollers, forklift, tractors, riding mowers and the like. May occasionally operate medium sized equipment such as backhoes, sweepers, larger mowers, and the like. 2. Perform general labor, maintenance, and cleanup work as assigned, to include but not limited to performing manual tasks, such as trimming trees, mowing City properties and park grounds, maintaining turf areas, cleaning culverts, scraping and painting, picking up brush and trash, and assisting work crews with preparation of the athletic fields. 3. Perform routine maintenance and minor mechanical adjustments and repairs of motor equipment operated, as well as repair play units and other park structures. 4. Assist with preparations for special events and recreational programs, to include transporting equipment and machinery to and from work sites. 5. Perform some horticulture work with flowers, trees, and shrubs. 6. Perform other duties as assigned and/or as needed, to include assisting with the supervision of crews as needed. Qualifications Required: High School Diploma or G.E.D., and up to one (1) year experience related to area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job Possess a valid Class “C” driver license issued by the State of Texas Some knowledge of safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use and operation of motorized equipment and hand and power tools Ability to operate light motorized equipment and use hand and power tools in a safe and effective manner Knowledge of applicable tools and equipment utilized in assigned area of responsibility Available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays Supplemental Information SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Drug Screening: Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this position, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy. Position posted until filled or closing date. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include; Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, TMRS-Retirement (2:1 matching), Deferred Compensation, Term Life AD&D, Dependent Life, Flex Benefits, an Employee Health Clinic & Educational Assistance. . 01 Are you available for emergency response and shift work, to include on-call duties after hours and weekends and holidays? + Yes + No 02 Do you posses a valid Class C driver's license issued by the State of Texas? + Yes + No 03 What qualities, and experience do you possess that would make you a good candidate for this position? 04 Do you have a High School diploma or GED equivalent? + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of College Station Address 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas, 77840 Phone 979-764-3517 Website http://csjobs.cstx.gov Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email