Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Salary

$19.90 Hourly

Location

5800 ENRIQUE M. BARRERA PARKWAY, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78227, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2027-00095

Department

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

10/12/2026

Closing Date

12/14/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for performing skilled work operating light to heavy equipment used to excavate, load, transfer, or move dirt, gravel, or other material in the maintenance or construction of parks, streets, and other public properties. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location

Ron Darner Headquarters - 5800 Enrique M Barrera Parkway San Antonio, TX 78227

Work Schedule

• 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM Monday - Friday
• Occasional holidays and weekends

Essential Job Functions

• Operates a 10 cy or less dump trucks to and from work locations, construction sites, etc.
• Performs minor maintenance and service checks on equipment.
• Performs unskilled and semi-skilled labor work related to various maintenance and construction activities.
• May prepare a daily log of activities.
• Cleans and removes debris from streets, parks, drainage, ditches, City parks, and other areas, frequently lifting materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Removes brush and trash from drainage inlets.
• Transports tools and equipment to and from work sites.
• May assist in the placement of barricades, signs, flashers, and safety cones.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance:
• One (1) year of experience operating light, medium, or heavy equipment or completion of an SA: Ready to Work CDL training program.
• Must obtain a Valid Texas Commercial Class "B" Drivers License plus all required endorsements within six (6) months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Texas Commercial Class B driver's license.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to read and write English
• One or more years operating backhoes, trenchers and skid loaders.
• One or more years applying asphalt paving.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks to assist with the trades division assigned tasks.
• Familiar with a work order system such as SAP/CRM.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of operating characteristics and limitations of the equipment being operated.
• Knowledge of basic construction methods and practices.
• Knowledge of safety procedures related to the equipment being operated.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures and practices.
• Ability to learn proper equipment operating procedures, methods, and practices.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are primarily outside in a construction site environment with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, traffic construction dust, damp/wet surfaces, overhead power lines, high noise, oily surfaces, liquid asphalt, and lime.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

03

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

04

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05

Do you have a valid Texas "B" Commercial Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

If you do not have a Class "B" Texas Commercial Drivers License, do you have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment?

• Yes
• No
• I currently have a Class "B" Texas Commercial Drivers License.

07

How many years of experience operating light, medium or heavy equipment do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

08

Have you successfully completed the SA: Ready to Work CDL training program?

• Yes
• No

09

How many years experience operating backhoes, trenchers and skid loaders do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years or more

10

How many years experience applying asphalt paving do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years or more

11

Describe your professional experience working with an order tracking system such as SAP/CRM computer software. If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A

12

I understand that for this position I will be required to pass a DOT physical examination conducted by a City of San Antonio medical provider and receive a minimum of a 1-year medical certification card as a condition of employment. I further understand that this requirement applies to current City employees applying for CDL positions and if I am a current City employee, I will no longer be grandfathered under the Driver Safety Program Administrative Directive 4.8 if I apply and am selected for this position.

• I agree
• I disagree

13

I acknowledge that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.

• I agree

14

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx