Asphalt Operator / Public Works

Asphalt Operator / Public Works

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

17352

Department

Commissioner Precinct 2

Opening Date

10/07/2026

Closing Date

11/7/2026 11:59 PM Central

Max Number of Applicants

100

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Description

Under general supervision of Public Works Superintendent, performs a variety of road maintenance, repairs, and construction duties.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of asphalt road maintenance including pothole patching, asphalt repairs, debris removal, and traffic signs.

• Operates light construction equipment, including pick-up trucks, shoveling (dirt, asphalt or stone) and sweeping associated with asphalt road construction

• Assist in operations of various equipment, i.e. milling machine, paver and roller.

• Performs routine daily maintenance including pre/post trip inspections, checking and filling fluids, report repairs, and cleaning all offices, work area, equipment, and facilities

• Performs construction duties including setting up traffic control, flagging/directing traffic, and utilizing hand tools

• Handles road materials including hot asphalt, oils, gravel, limestone, concrete, compounds, and crack sealer material

• Perform any additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned by management or as necessitated by the evolving needs of the organization.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution

Licensure:

• Valid Class "C" Texas drivers license required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be proficient in multi-tasking to meet deadlines provided

• Ability to document activities both written and electronic

• Ability to work in a professional manner with all levels of management, staff, and public.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented in your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

• Experience with asphalt paving preferred

General Information

Hours:

• A regular full-time position, requiring the employee to work 40 hours per week.

• This may include weekends and holidays.

Work Environment:

• Work is on active construction sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; speeding traffic; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, and combustible materials.

• Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain involving exposure to varying weather conditions of extreme hot and cold temperatures.

• Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g., hard hats, respirator masks, gloves, etc.).

Physical Demands:

• Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools, materials, and equipment over rough terrain; climbing, reaching and bending.

• Frequently required to walk, sit, talk, drive, hear, bend, stoop, twist, and balance; need the ability to occasionally kneel and crawl; need the ability to grasp manual controls and the ability to use foot controls and operate gas, diesel, and electrically powered equipment.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports To Position: Public Works Superintendent

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*
• Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the Countys behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com

01

Do you have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. equivalency? Qualifying information must be documented in the Education section of your application.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have experience with asphalt paving?

• Yes
• No

03

This role requires a Valid Drivers License (Texas upon hire) Do you have a Valid Drivers License?

• Yes, I have a Valid Texas Drivers License
• Yes, I have a Valid Drivers License but understand I must obtain a Valid Texas Drivers License prior to start date
• No, I do not have a Valid Drivers License

Required Question

Employer Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx