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Job description
Salary: $23.39 - $37.42 Hourly
Location : Denton, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Drainage
Division: Drainage
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
Closing Date: 9/26/ :59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Summary
This requisition expires on September 26, 2026, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.
Responsible for Heavy and Light Equipment operation, maintenance of equipment, and job safety, street sweeping operations and assisting in the maintenance and construction of the City of Denton drainage system.
Essential Functions and Other Important Duties
Essential Functions: Under general supervision, proficiently operates one or more types of light to medium sized motorized construction/maintenance equipment (i.e. warehouse/interior forklift, bobcat, backhoe, compressor, riding-compactor, vehicle for running errands, small water truck, small dump truck and utility truck) to excavate, move and/or grade material.
Operates larger motorized equipment as needed
Performs various skilled duties using hand and power tools
Performs pre-inspections and post-inspections of all equipment and trucks before and after use; performs minor maintenance activities and cleaning of equipment, and reports problems to supervisor
May set up street barricades and function as a flagger for traffic control
May perform duties in a confined space such as a manhole or trench
May confer with customers regarding service problems and reports information obtained to supervisor
Maintains on-call availability for after hour emergencies
Reads and understands reference books and manuals and current industry operational practices
Maintain regular and punctual on-site attendance
Additional Duties: Performs other duties as assigned
Operates street sweeper when required
Completes daily work order tickets
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency: High school diploma or GED equivalent
Three years' experience in operation and maintenance of light equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair function operations
Proficiency in the operation of back hoe, skid steer loader and dump truck
OR Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies: Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
Ability to load truck with track hoe or track loader
Basic working knowledge of excavation equipment and procedures
Preferences: Bilingual in Spanish and English
Experience with underground utilities and installation and repair of storm sewer pipe
Four years' experience in construction equipment (street sweeper, backhoe, dump truck, bobcat, etc.)
Class A CDL with tanker endorsement
Experience with track mounted equipment
Conditions of Employment: Must possess a valid Class "A" CDL driver's license with air brake endorsements OR must possess a valid Class C driver license with a good driving record and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement within six (6) months of employment.
Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
Must pass a physical examination
Must be able to work overtime when requested
Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday. Sedentary - lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy - lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.
Codes for "how often":
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (Standing: M
Sitting: M
Walking: M
Lifting: M
Carrying: I
Pushing/Pulling: M
Overhead Work: I
Fine Dexterity: A
Kneeling: M
Crouching: M
Crawling: I
Bending: M
Twisting: I
Climbing: M
Balancing: Y
Vision: E
Hearing: E
Talking: E
Video Display: I
Other:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of street sweeper, backhoe, dump truck, bobcat, dozer, track hoe etc ; wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) issued by City of Denton that may include gloves, hard hat, safety goggles/eye protection, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, and uniforms.
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed in various types of weather.
EEO STATEMENT
The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the City of Denton to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
E-Verify:
The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
The City of Denton maintains competitive benefit options. Details are available here.
01
This position requires working overtime outside of regular business hours as needed. Can you meet this requirement? Yes
No
02
Do you possess a current, valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL)? Yes, I possess a current, valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License
No, but have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment
No, and don't have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment
03
Do you possess a current, valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL)? Yes, I possess a current, valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License
No, but have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment
No, and don't have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment
04
Do you believe you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job description? Yes
No
05
Do you possess a Class "C" Driver's License? Yes
No
06
Do you have experience using a skid steer and mini excavator? Yes
No
Required Question
Worksite address
denton, TX, 76205, US
Who can apply
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