Automotive Equipment Operator I

Brevard County; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Brevard County Public Works Department, Roadway and Bridge unit, seeks a dedicated employee for a permanent full-time position in Cocoa, FL. The role performs experienced service work operating light automotive vehicles and equipment, with a schedule Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.

to 3:30 p.m., and salary ranging from $18.21 to $20.03 per hour based on experience. Applicants must have at least six months of relevant experience and a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License prior to

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in operation and maintenance of light automotive vehicles and/or Public Works equipment used to maintain roads, drainage systems, sidewalks, and right-of-way maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate light automotive vehicles and perform routine automotive service and maintenance.
• Support Public Works tasks as needed.

Skills

Light vehicle operation

Public works equipment operation

Physical stamina

Job description

Department: Public Works Department Organizational Unit: Roadway and Bridge

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$18.21 to $20.03 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Central Area/Cocoa. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Performs experienced service work operating light automotive vehicles or equipment and performing routine automotive service and maintenance.

REQUIREMENTS

Six (6) months of experience in the operation and maintenance of light automotive vehicles and/or Public Works equipment used to maintain roads, drainage systems, sidewalks, and right-of-way maintenance. Additional qualifying education and/or experience be substituted on a year for year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License and maintain said license during the term of employment. This is heavy physical work that involves exposure to dirt, dust, noise, moving machinery, working in and around traffic, and extreme weather conditions. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   • LIFT:50 lbs.
   • CARRY:50 lbs.
   • PUSH:50 lbs.
   • PULL:50 lbs.
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND:5 - 8 hours
   • WALK:5 - 8 hours
   • SIT:5 - 8 hours
   • DRIVE:5 - 8 hours
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring)
   • Operating foot controls
   • Pulling
   • Pushing
   • Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Balance
   • Bend
   • Climb
   • Dig
   • Jump
   • Kneel
   • Reach
   • Stoop
5. The employee must have:
   • Color Perception
   • Good distant vision
   • Good hearing
   • Good near vision
   • Good speech
   • Other
   • Use of both eyes
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • Must be able to lift sandbags weighing 75 pounds and lift concrete bags weighing 95 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   • At heights above/below ground level
   • Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.)
   • In cold
   • In dampness or chilly conditions
   • In heat
   • In high humidity
   • In or with dusty conditions
   • In or with moving objects or vehicles
   • In or with noisy conditions
   • On or with ladders or scaffolding
   • On slippery or uneven walking surfaces
   • With chemicals or solvents
   • With feet, legs or hands in water
   • With fumes, smoke, gases or flames
   • With grease
   • With lawn grasses, plants, etc.
   • With odors
   • With oils
   • With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.)
   • Work alone
   • Work outside
   • Works Closely with Others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A