Drainage Heavy Equipment Operator

Xxx; Fort Myers (FL); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

County retirement plan (FRS)

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Lee County is seeking a Drainage Equipment Operator to join the Transportation team. You will operate Vac Con sewer/pipe cleaning equipment to keep culverts, storm drains, and drainage systems clear, support field crews, and help protect roads and waterways.

This hands-on, outdoor role requires a high school diploma or GED, Florida CDL with Air Brake Endorsement, ability to work in varying weather, and strict adherence to safety rules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One (1) year of experience in field operations, drainage work, construction, or equipment operation.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in various weather conditions.

Responsabilités

• Operate Vac Con sewer/pipe cleaning machine to clean culverts, storm drains, catch basins, and piping systems using high-pressure water.
• Assist sidewalk and pipe crews with daily operations.
• Maintain safe and efficient operation of equipment and perform routine checks.

Connaissances

Hand tools

Teamwork

Communication

Troubleshooting

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

Vac Con

Jet-vac

Traffic control IMOT

Description du poste

Description

Lee County is hiring a Drainage Equipment Operator for our Transportation team. In this job, you will help keep our drainage systems working properly to protect our roads, neighborhoods, and waterways. You will operate specialized equipment, assist crews in the field, and ensure drainage structures stay clear and functional.

This job is great for someone who likes hands-on outdoor work, operating equipment, and helping keep the community safe during all seasons.

Duties and Responsibilities

What You Will Do

• Operate the Vac Con sewer/pipe cleaning machine to clean culverts, storm drains, catch basins, and piped drainage systems using high-pressure water.
• Assist both the sidewalk crew and pipe crew with daily operations when needed, including raking, shoveling, mixing mud for concrete, and helping with pipes and driveways.
• Help with construction and maintenance of pipes, culverts, and drainage systems throughout Lee County.
• Maintain safe and efficient operation of equipment, making adjustments for each job.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Fill in for the lead truck operator when required.
• Assist in locating utility lines and water control structures to support maintenance and construction work.
• Set up, maintain, and tear down IMOT (Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic) for roadwork when required.
• Work safely and follow established procedures, instructions, and standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, Licensing

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• One (1) year of experience in field operations, drainage work, construction, or equipment operation
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in various weather conditions

Licensing Requirements

• Valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an Air Brake Endorsement
• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to obtain and maintain any additional certifications or licenses required for equipment operation

Safety-Sensitive Position

• This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing under DOT regulations (49 CFR Parts 40 and/or 382).

Preferred

• Experience operating Vac Con, jet-vac, or similar sewer/pipe cleaning equipment
• Experience with traffic control setups (IMOT)
• Knowledge of stormwater systems, utility locating, or water control structures

Extra Skills

• Able to operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment safely
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Basic troubleshooting skills for equipment or field issues
• Ability to follow instructions and adapt to different job sites and conditions

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule

Tuesday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Why Join Us?

Your work will help keep Lee County projects safe and running smoothly. You will get good pay, benefits, and a strong retirement plan through the State of Florida. Most of all, you will be part of a team that cares about the community.

About The Department

The Lee County Department of Transportation works on roads, construction projects, and county property. We help keep the county safe and in good shape for everyone.

About Lee County

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor. The job description supersedes prior job descriptions. When duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.

Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.

Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:
• FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
• FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.