CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator - Water & Wastewater

Broward County Government; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Government seeks an Equipment Operator for the Water & Wastewater Services division. The role involves operating large trucks and heavy machinery, completing daily paperwork, and collaborating with a team to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Requires one year of heavy equipment experience and a valid Florida CDL Class A. Candidates must pass background checks, obtain airfield privileges, and comply with the Drug‑Free Workplace Act.

Qualifications

• Requires one (1) year of experience operating heavy equipment related to the assignment area.
• Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (Class “A”) for the duration of the appointment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Airfield driving privileges for movement and non‑movement areas.
• Compliance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Policy in accordance with the Federal Drug‑Free Workplace Act of 1988.
• Completion of a ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check, including fingerprinting.
• Mandatory Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and Security Threat Assessment (STA) as required by the TSA.

Responsibilities

• Transport construction equipment using lowbed semi‑trailer; operate tractor‑trailer and tandem trucks in local hauling tasks.
• Load and unload vehicles as required; operate heavy‑duty road roller in resurfacing and roadway construction.
• Operate front‑end loader or small tractor rigged with hydraulic loading lift and backhoe digging shovel.
• Operate tractor and “bush hog” for mowing roadway shoulders and removing vegetation from drainage ditches.
• Operate sweeper truck for cleaning roadways; may operate smaller earth‑moving equipment such as small bulldozers and bobcats.
• Perform operator pre‑checks on equipment, examining lubricants, cooling systems, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems; make necessary minor adjustments and report malfunctions to supervisor.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL Class A driving

Education

Associate’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Broward County Government seeks an Equipment Operator for the Water & Wastewater Services division. The role involves operating large trucks and heavy machinery, completing daily paperwork, and collaborating with a team to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Requires one year of heavy equipment experience and a valid Florida CDL Class A. Candidates must pass background checks, obtain airfield privileges, and comply with the Drug‑Free Workplace Act.