Heavy Equipment Operator I, II, or III

City of Winter Park • City of Winter Park, FL

8d • $21 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Operator I, II, and III operates a variety of automotive vehicles, light and heavy equipment, boats, and various hand and power tools in the construction, maintenance, and repair of stormwater management facilities. This work is performed under intermediate supervision – the incumbent performs a variety of routine work within established procedures and receives detailed instructions on new projects and assignments; work is reviewed periodically through observation, completion of work orders, and review of results achieved.

Requirements

• General knowledge of departmental and municipal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• General knowledge of asphalt, sidewalk, and storm drain repair and maintenance.
• General knowledge of occupational hazards, safety rules, and practices of the work.
• General knowledge of operation and routine maintenance of lightweight equipment
• Ability to perform a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of automotive vehicles, light equipment, and various hand and power tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, city officials, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate information tactfully and impartially, both in person and in writing with all staff, city officials, and the general public.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in the City of Winter Park Core Competencies.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and keep accurate records.
• High School Diploma or equivalent: supplemented by a minimum of one year of experience in the operation and maintenance of medium and heavy equipment, to be approved by Street Division Supervision after field test. (Equipment Operator I)
• Must have met all minimum requirements for an Equipment Operator I. Minimum two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of medium and heavy equipment with City of Winter Park or like experience to be approved by Streets Division Supervision after field test. (Equipment Operator II)
• Must have met all minimum requirements for an Equipment Operator II. Minimum two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of medium and heavy equipment; four years with the City of Winter Park as an Equipment Operator II or like experience. (Equipment Operator III)
• Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B or higher, or have a CDL Permit and the ability to obtain the license within six months of hire. (Equipment Operator I)
• Possess and maintain first aid and CPR certificate, Complete a Trench safety and Confined Space course. Possess and maintain a Florida DOT-approved maintenance of traffic certificate. (Equipment Operator II)
• Possess and maintain a Class A CDL or permit. Possess and maintain an Advanced MOT certification (Equipment Operator III)

Nice To Haves

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provide the necessary knowledge, skills abilities, and other competencies required for the position may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operate a wide range of automotive vehicles, power, and hand tools that may include backhoes, forklifts, tractors, street rollers, street sweepers, compressors, dump trucks, front-end loaders, trenchers, backhoes, drills, quickie saws, and jackhammers.
• Transport equipment and materials to and from job sites; transport maintenance workers to work site; haul refuse, brush, rock, materials, and equipment.
• Repair potholes, roads, and curbs; dig, form, pour, and finish concrete work; raise and lower manholes; Clean stormwater treatment and conveyance systems; dredge sand and muck from aquatic sites, remove trees, brush, and other debris from roads; clean storm drains; clean and repair storm water drains.
• Inspect and maintain assigned equipment; check oil and perform basic service tasks; report malfunctions; prepare equipment; wash and fuel equipment.
• Perform manual labor as required.
• Perform other work as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED