SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - 55002916

State of Florida•Sebring, FL

9d•$44,246 - $57,259•Onsite

About The Position

This position will operate vehicles and a variety of large equipment, while performing minor maintenance on the state roadways. 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. 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.

Requirements

Requires two years of experience in operating small/medium equipment and vehicles.
A Class “B” CDL with air brakes is required at time of hire.
Obtain a CDL Class “A" Instructional Permit within 60 days of appointment to the position.
Obtain a CDL Class "A" license within 10 months of appointment to the position.
Must have an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department’s Driver’s Record Requirements Policy.
Applicants must register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug and Alcohol (FMCSA) Clearinghouse for a pre-employment query.
Must obtain certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) - Intermediate Level within one year and maintain it.
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 stand for an extended period of time.
Must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers.
Must be registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS (for male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962).

Nice To Haves

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).

Responsibilities

Operate vehicles and a variety of large equipment, including sewer cleaner and hydraulic excavators in bridge and roadway maintenance, upon receipt of the required CDL Instructional permit or license.
Perform minor maintenance and servicing work on equipment, such as checking and adding fluids, checking/adjusting brakes, and maintaining proper tire air pressure.
Assist in the repair of operated equipment.
Clean and wash equipment.
Supervise Department of Corrections inmates crew performing maintenance activities.
Oversee crews performing maintenance activities.
Coordinate, participate, and direct the maintenance activity of the assigned crew.
Assist in selecting materials, supplies, equipment, inspecting, planning workloads, workflows, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization with employees.
Maintain records of operation.
Prepare and maintain daily paperwork such as crew activity reports and daily vehicle check lists.
Perform independent manual labor incidental to job assignments.
Perform Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic).
Perform rough carpentry, masonry, painting and/or assist in the assembly and erection of highway signs.
Train crew members in the operation of heavy equipment and of basic Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic).
Assist with crew activity reports as needed.