SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - 55007902

State of Florida • FL

74d • $44,301 - $57,331

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. 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. As a Senior Equipment Operator, you will operate vehicles and a variety of large equipment in bridge and roadway maintenance, perform minor maintenance and servicing work, and assist in the repair of operating equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency.
• Four years of infrastructure construction or maintenance experience.
• A valid Class 'A' CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) is required at time of hire.
• Knowledge of mathematical calculations and standard safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to operate a variety of heavy equipment and train others.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in supervising maintenance activities.
• Certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) - Intermediate Level.

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicles and a variety of large equipment including road graders, sewer cleaner, and hydraulic excavators.
• Performs minor maintenance and servicing work on equipment.
• Assists in the repair of operating equipment.
• Cleans and washes equipment.
• Supervises Department of Corrections inmates crew performing maintenance activities (optional duty).
• Coordinates, participates, and directs the maintenance activity of the assigned crew.
• Maintains records of operation and prepares daily paperwork such as crew activity reports.
• Performs independent manual labor incidental to job assignments.
• Performs Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic).
• Trains crew members in the operation of heavy equipment.

Benefits

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition waiver for public college courses
• A variety of training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees