EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - 55007606

State of Florida

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration. Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available. Our Mission The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. Our Vision As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free. The Work You Will Do: Equipment operator - District Four/Director of Operations/District Maintenance/West Palm Maintenance/Field Support  The Difference You Will Make: Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. How You Will Grow: FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. Where You Will Work: District Four | Palm Beach Operations 7900 Forest Hill Blvd West Palm Beach, FL 33413

Requirements

Knowledge of: Mathematical calculations
Knowledge of: Standard safety rules and procedures
Skills in: Operating a variety of hand and power tools
Skills in: Operating and performing minor maintenance on small/medium equipment and vehicles
Ability to: Operate a variety of heavy equipment
Ability to: Read and understand job-related materials and fill out reports and forms
Ability to: Maintain and repair highways, bridges and/or other highway structures
Ability to: Communicate both verbally and in writing, including following oral/written instructions
Ability to: Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to: Lift, carry, and handle up to 50 pounds
Ability to: Stoop, climb, squat, push, pull, crawl or bend on a frequent basis
Ability to: Work outdoors in various weather conditions on various terrains and at various heights or in high volume traffic
Ability to: Work independently
Ability to: Stand for an extended period of time
Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent must respond to emergencies and be "on call" (24-hour duty) when necessary. Possess a valid Class "E" driver's license and obtain a Class "B" Instructional Permit within 60 days of appointment to position and obtain a valid Class "B" CDL with air brakes & tanker endorsement within 10 months of appointment to the position. While on-duty statys, the position's incumbent must be readily available to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV), consistent with the type of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) the incumbent is required to possess, or on a routing basis performs other CMV safety-sensitive functions. Obtains certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) - Intermediate Level within one year and maintains it.
Requires one year of experience operating small/medium equipment and vehicles.
A Class E Driver’s License is required at time of hire. A CDL Class B License Instructional Permit is required within 60 days of appointment to the position and obtain a CDL Class B License with air brakes and tanker endorsement within 10 months of appointment.
This position requires a valid Class E driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department’s Driver’s Record Requirements Policy.
In order to be eligible for hire into a position requiring a Commercial Driver License (CDL), applicants must register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug and Alcohol (FMCSA) Clearinghouse, as required, for the Department to conduct a pre-employment query.
To be considered for employment, applicants must meet the qualifications outlined in Title 49 CFR Part 391.11.
Applicants hired for this position with a Class E license will be required to obtain a Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) within 60 days of appointment, attend CDL training and successfully pass the CDL licensing test and obtain a CDL Class B license with air brakes within 10 months after appointment to the position. Once the CLP is obtained, candidates must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse, as required, for the Department to conduct a query. Upon hire, this position also requires the applicant to have an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department’s Driver’s Record Requirements Policy.

Responsibilities

Performs minor maintenance and servicing work in connection with any type of equipment operated and assists in the repairs of this equipment; checks and adds fluids, checks/adjusts brakes, maintains proper air pressure in all tires, etc. Cleans and washes equipment. After obtaining the required Instructional CDL permit or license, operates vehicles and a variety of small and medium equipment that may include, but not limited to; dump truck, front end loader, skid steer loader, grader, lift equipment, small bulldozer and asphalt repair truck while performing bridge and roadway.
Uses a variety of hand, pneumatic, and electrical tools to maintain bridges and roadways.  Performs independent manual labor incidental to job assignments with minimal supervision. 
Performs tree trimming, rough carpentry, masonry, painting and/or assists in the assembly and erection of highway signs.
Performs Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic). Assists with crew activity reports as needed.