Equipment Operator I - Public Works

Pasco County, FL • New Port Richey, FL

36d • Onsite

About The Position

JOIN OUR TEAM AS AN EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I! Performs semiskilled work in the operation of light trucks and other light automotive and maintenance equipment. Performs manual labor, much of which is construction related. Essential Job Functions Operates the following equipment: flatbed truck, four-ton-yard dump truck, pickup truck, water truck, tractor with front-end loader, mowing tractor, water pump, air compressor, chain and cement saws, cement mixers and portable compactors. May operate heavier equipment on a relief or trainee basis to acquire necessary skill and experience. Works in a variety of unskilled and semiskilled tasks. Performs minor repair of equipment. Performs related work as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of light-duty, motor-driven equipment.
• Knowledge of the traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in the operation of such equipment.
• Knowledge of standard safety equipment and procedures involved in operation of equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor under any type of weather conditions.
• Ability to read technical manuals for comprehension.
• PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 90 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to climb, bend, stoop, walk and squat frequently. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.
• EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Must possess a High School Diploma or GED. One (1) year of general work experience involving operation of light maintenance equipment and performance of manual work.
• LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Applicants must obtain a Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Air Brakes Temporary Permit within ten (10) days from date of hire and a permanent Florida CDL Class B License must be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire. Those who do not currently possess a Florida Commercial Driver's License, but possess a valid Florida Driver's License, will be considered for hire as an Equipment Operator Trainee at the starting pay rate of $17.00 per hour.

Nice To Haves

• Construction related manual work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates flatbed truck
• Operates four-ton-yard dump truck
• Operates pickup truck
• Operates water truck
• Operates tractor with front-end loader
• Operates mowing tractor
• Operates water pump
• Operates air compressor
• Operates chain and cement saws
• Operates cement mixers
• Operates portable compactors
• Performs minor repair of equipment
• Performs related work as required

Benefits

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid holidays
• Group insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Medical leave pool
• Annual medical leave buy-back
• Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees