HEAVY TRUCK DRIVER

HEAVY TRUCK DRIVER

Salary

$21.50 - $27.54 Hourly

Location

Waco, TX, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Road & Bridge- Precinct 1

Opening Date

05/26/2026

Closing Date

8/26/2026 5:00 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

The Heavy Truck Driver is a part of the Road and Bridge team. This team is responsible for construction and maintenance of roads and bridges in the county that are not part of the state highway system or with a municipality. The role performs skilled duties associated with the operation of trucks and repair, maintenance and construction of County roads, bridges and right-of-ways; operates heavy equipment incidental to the work.

Essential Functions

• Operates heavy duty trucks or trailer trucks in connection with the transporting or collection of large quantities of materials such as dirt, gravel, sand, rock, pea gravel, sludge, and heavy-duty supplies
• Inspect and perform operator maintenance such as lubricating and making minor mechanical repair. Notify mechanics of any necessary repairs needed to equipment
• Operate heavy equipment in removal and placement of dirt, gravel, rock, etc. and other similar operations to maintain existing network of County roads
• Assist in routine road maintenance, drainage system construction and maintenance, and/or river/creek maintenance or flood control. Activity may include brushing; maintaining culverts; maintaining ditches; blading; reshaping and improving shoulders; and clearing debris from the roadway surface and right of way; excavating; placing embankment; pipe installation; placing rip rap; vegetation management and/or mowing; grading
• Performs all work in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, County and department policies and procedures, and standards of quality and safety
• Regular attendance and timeliness are required

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED; in lieu of degree a minimum 4 years experience in construction work, heavy equipment operating or related fields.

SKILLS ~ EXPERIENCE:

Required

• A valid Texas CDL-Class A license and a good driving record.
• Working knowledge of road construction procedures and practices: knowledge of DOT guidelines.
• Ability to make independent decisions, communicate effectively and appropriately with employees and general public

Preferred:

• One (1) year experience driving a tractor / dump-trailer combination
• Three (3) years of stable work experience
• Experience operating heavyequipment

DISCLAIMER:McLennanCountywillconductbackgroundchecksonnewhiresthatwillincludeacriminalbackgroundcheckrelatedto convictions and deferred adjudications in the past ten years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drugtest

Supplemental Information

All Employees

o Must be committed to achieving excellence in assigned duties, always in service of the county and community

o Must have ability to earn and keep the trust of fellow employees and the community at large

o Must be approachable and ready to help fellow employees and the general public

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Works mostly outdoors. Exposed to extreme heat, cold, rain, humidity, wetness, hazardous chemicals, insects, dust, poisonous plants, unpleasant smells, fumes, traffic hazards, and physical stress from exertion. Some incumbents may have contact with buried electric, phone, or television cable lines. This position follows DOT guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to stoop, bend, push and pull. May have to lift heavy boxes or objects up to 100 pounds. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals. Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
• Ability to see and hear hazards associated with the operation of construction equipment.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Repetitive movements.

HOURS / SPECIAL CONDITIONS: This position may be required to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the facility. The position schedule is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday.

McLennan County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.

McLennan County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical with an option to open a Health Saving Account (HSA) with a County-paid contribution of $2000 over a year. We offer dental and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), life and long & short term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care accounts. Employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) with a $2.50 County match for every $1.00 of employee contribution. In addition to these benefits we offer 12 paid holidays and a free gym membership program for health plan participants.

• Note: These benefits are for full time McLennan County employees only. Part time Mclennan County employees are only eligible to participate in the Retirement System. Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees recieve a different benefit package through the state.

Employer McLennan County (TX)

Address 214 N. 4th St., Suite 200

Waco, Texas, 76701

Website https://www.mclennanjobs.com