Salary : $42,536.00 Annually
Location : Harker Heights Public Works Department, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: Heavyeq
Department: Water Operations
Opening Date: 06/29/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/ :59 PM Central
JOB SUMMARY
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 AND EXERCISED
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the general supervision of the Water Field Supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge:Requires knowledge of various sets of controls used in the operation of various types of equipment and attachments.
Abilities:Requires normal alertness to follow instructions and methods; mental application and concentration where tasks of operations are repetitive or where the work flow is intermittent; and simple examination or analysis by comparison with established facts, standards, or procedures.
Requires ability to take initiative and/or to plan and improvise procedures and standards. Requires occasional exercise of independent judgement with obvious choices of action in handling the work in accordance with established methods, procedures, and/or regulations.
Required Education, Degrees, Certificates and/or Licenses:High school diploma or GED. Must be able to obtain Texas CDL within six (6) months from date of hire. Must be able to obtain a Texas "C" Water Distribution and Wastewater Collections II Certification within one (1) year from date of hire/promotion, and must be able to obtain a Wastewater Collections III Certification within three (3) years from date of hire/promotion.
Experience:A minimum of six (6) months experience in performing construction work requiring the use of equipment similar to or the same as assigned to this position. Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above required knowledges, skills, and abilities is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
The duties above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
This is a safety sensitive position.
The City of Harker Heights offers a variety of competitive benefit packages for regular full-time employees which include:
Health Insurance - Scott & White Health Plan & Prescription, Superior Vision, and UnitedHealthcare Dental .
(100% paid by City for employee - spouse and dependent coverage premiums paid by employee)
Health Savings Account (HSA) - Available with the High Deductible Health Plan option
Paid Vacation
Sick Time
Holidays
(13 paid holidays per year)
Member Texas Municipal Retirement System
(Contribution rate of 7% - City Matching 2 to 1)
457 Deferred Compensation Plan (Participation Voluntary)
Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Supplemental Insurance Plan
Long Term Disability (Provided by the City)
Group Life (Provided by the City)
Longevity pay
Incentives
Certification Pay (Fire Department, Parks & Recreation, Police Department, and Public Works)
Location : Harker Heights Public Works Department, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: Heavyeq
Department: Water Operations
Opening Date: 06/29/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/ :59 PM Central
JOB SUMMARY
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 AND EXERCISED
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the general supervision of the Water Field Supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge:Requires knowledge of various sets of controls used in the operation of various types of equipment and attachments.
Abilities:Requires normal alertness to follow instructions and methods; mental application and concentration where tasks of operations are repetitive or where the work flow is intermittent; and simple examination or analysis by comparison with established facts, standards, or procedures.
Requires ability to take initiative and/or to plan and improvise procedures and standards. Requires occasional exercise of independent judgement with obvious choices of action in handling the work in accordance with established methods, procedures, and/or regulations.
Required Education, Degrees, Certificates and/or Licenses:High school diploma or GED. Must be able to obtain Texas CDL within six (6) months from date of hire. Must be able to obtain a Texas "C" Water Distribution and Wastewater Collections II Certification within one (1) year from date of hire/promotion, and must be able to obtain a Wastewater Collections III Certification within three (3) years from date of hire/promotion.
Experience:A minimum of six (6) months experience in performing construction work requiring the use of equipment similar to or the same as assigned to this position. Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above required knowledges, skills, and abilities is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
The duties above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
This is a safety sensitive position.
The City of Harker Heights offers a variety of competitive benefit packages for regular full-time employees which include:
Health Insurance - Scott & White Health Plan & Prescription, Superior Vision, and UnitedHealthcare Dental .
(100% paid by City for employee - spouse and dependent coverage premiums paid by employee)
Health Savings Account (HSA) - Available with the High Deductible Health Plan option
Paid Vacation
Sick Time
Holidays
(13 paid holidays per year)
Member Texas Municipal Retirement System
(Contribution rate of 7% - City Matching 2 to 1)
457 Deferred Compensation Plan (Participation Voluntary)
Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Supplemental Insurance Plan
Long Term Disability (Provided by the City)
Group Life (Provided by the City)
Longevity pay
Incentives
Certification Pay (Fire Department, Parks & Recreation, Police Department, and Public Works)
Heavy Equipment Operator - Water in harker heights at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $52,000–$52,000
For context, most heavy equipment operators earn between $52,000–$52,000 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.