Equipment Operator - Cemetery (Tuesday - Saturday 6:30AM - 3:00 PM)

City of Delray Beach•Fl 33444, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Skilled and manual work operating a backhoe, loader, forklifts, bobcat, roller, dump truck, Vac-con truck and tack machine, depending on assigned department. Work is performed under general supervision. Hours for the position will be Tuesday - Friday 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM and Saturday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Salary is competitive and negotiable based on experience.

Requirements

High school graduate or recognized GED.
Two years of verifiable work experience operating backhoe, loader, forklifts, bobcat, roller, dump truck, Vac-con truck and tack machine and other construction equipment in a related field.
Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License, Class B, CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements or obtain it within six months of the hire date, excluding Parks Maintenance Division which requires a valid Florida Driver's License.
Able to be on call during regular off duty hours for emergencies.
Knowledge of principles and methods of operating a backhoe, loader, truck and other equipment.
Knowledge of practices, methods and materials used in construction and maintenance in water/sewer network and streets maintenance.
Knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to safety and operation of equipment.
Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and detect problems with equipment.
Ability to perform manual work.
Ability to follow and understand written and oral instructions.
Skill in cleaning and maintaining equipment.
Skill in operating a truck and trailer for transporting equipment.
Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
As a condition of employment, The City of Delray Beach reserves the right to require all employees having a CDL and performing safety-sensitive activities regulated by DOT, to submit at any time to drug and/or alcohol testing to determine the presence of prohibited substances.
Being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
Being appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals, and policies.
Report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders.
Notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules.
Conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time.
Demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public.
Operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters.
Demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

Nice To Haves

A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Operate backhoe, loader, forklifts, bobcat, roller, dump truck, Vac-con truck and tack machine and other construction equipment as assigned.
Repair water and sewer leaks or perform asphalt and concrete removal, grading, loading trucks with road material and various tasks involving heavy equipment, depending on assigned department.
Assist in repairing asphalt, concrete, storm pipes and other repairs as assigned.
Perform assigned manual labor activities.
Assist Crew Leader in setting up laser and/or conventional alignment grading devices.
Assist with other assigned tasks.