Light Equipment Operator

Light Equipment Operator

Department: Street Department Class No.921

Salary: $16.116 hourly EEOC Category: Service-Maintenance

Position Status: Full-Time Pay Group: 15 (FY 26-27)

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Primary Purpose:

Operates light equipment in order to construct and maintain street and drainage systems.

Organization Relationships:

• Reports to: Street Crew Leader and Street Superintendent
• Directs: This is a non-supervisory position
• Other: Has contact with other City employees and the general public

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs manual labor;
• Assists with construction and maintaining street and drainage systems;
• Operates light equipment including, but not limited to, trucks, mowers, weed-eaters, chainsaw, and brush chipper; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of the safe operation of motorized equipment as it relates to the Texas Motor Vehicle Code; and
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED;
• Must be able to obtain a valid Texas commercial drivers' license (CDL) Class B within 12 months

Working Conditions:

Works outdoors in varied weather conditions. Work may be performed in rough terrain. Work schedule shall include evening, weekends, and holiday hours. Sitting, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, and lifting required. Will be subject to random drug screening.

Conditions of Employment:

Selected candidate must submit to and pass the following (at the City's expense):

• Criminal background check
• Pre-employment physical and drug screening
• Driving Record Check

Selected candidate must possess and maintain a valid Texas Class C Drivers' License as the incumbent shall be appointed to drive a City vehicle during the performance of his/her duties.

How to apply:

• Apply online at https://
• Apply at City Administration Bldg. located at 312 East Third Street

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official City of Lampasas employment application. Proof of education, certificates and/or endorsements must be attached to each application.

Position is open until filled. EOE/ADA

Job Details

Category

City Job Openings

Status

Open

Posted

October 5, 2026

Closing

Open Until Filled