Equipment Operator - CDL & Roadway Maintenance

State of Florida; Zolfo Springs (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) seeks an Equipment Operator for the Heartland Operations Center in Zolfo Springs. The role covers operating a range of vehicles and equipment, performing bridge and roadway maintenance, and assisting with minor repairs and traffic control.

Requirements include at least one year of equipment operation, a Class E license at hire, and CDL-related milestones within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Requires one year of experience operating small/medium equipment and vehicles.
• A Class E driver's license is required at time of hire.
• CDL Class B Permit due within 60 days; CDL Class B with air brakes within 10 months.
• Unacceptable driving record per policy will disqualify applicants.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor maintenance and servicing on equipment and vehicles.
• Operate a variety of equipment including dump trucks, loaders, graders and asphalt repair trucks.
• Perform on-site maintenance of bridges and roadways and assist with traffic control as needed.
• Supervise inmate crews and oversee maintenance activities.

Skills

Hand tools

Equipment operation

Reading & reporting

Job description

State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) seeks an Equipment Operator for the Heartland Operations Center in Zolfo Springs. The role covers operating a range of vehicles and equipment, performing bridge and roadway maintenance, and assisting with minor repairs and traffic control.

Requirements include at least one year of equipment operation, a Class E license at hire, and CDL-related milestones within specified timelines.