Equipment Operator I

City of Boca Raton; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Job summary

The City of Boca Raton is seeking a municipal equipment operator to perform maintenance on streets, sidewalks, drainage systems, and related public infrastructure. You will operate dump trucks and light to medium machinery under supervision, ensuring safe, efficient work and compliance with all regulations.

Must hold a Florida Class B CDL with limited points and be able to perform physically demanding outdoor tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Possession of valid Florida Class B CDL with no more than six points in the last three years.
• Experience operating motorized equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump trucks and other public works vehicles and equipment.
• Transport materials to and from job sites.
• Perform inspections and report deficiencies.
• Assist with street, drainage and right-of-way maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures and traffic laws on the job site.
• May require overtime, weekends, or emergency call-outs.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Traffic laws

Safety procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Florida Class B CDL with ≤6 points

Job description

Build Your Future with the City of Boca Raton!

At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job — it’s your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. Driven by our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported.

Why Boca Raton?

As the second largest city in Palm Beach County, the City of Boca Raton offers robust benefits to its employees:

• Health Insurance Benefits: No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidays
• Continuous Service Benefit: Paid out annually after 5 years of service
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedule
• Retirement Plans: Two pension/retirement options to choose from

Whether you're starting out or looking to take your public service career to the next level, the City of Boca Raton offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed.

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

Performs intermediate, semiskilled work in the operation of vehicles, light to medium construction equipment, and hand powered tools used to maintain streets, sidewalks, swales, drainage systems, rights-of-way, and other public infrastructure. Work is performed under regular supervision.

• Operates dump trucks and other equipment used to transport dirt, sand, stone, gravel, asphalt, rock, supplies, and related materials.
• Operates light trucks to transport tools, equipment, materials, and supplies to and from job sites.
• Operates tractors and other equipment to cut grass, edge bicycle paths, trim trees, and assist with drainage-pipe repairs.
• Conducts required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Reports equipment deficiencies, mechanical problems, unsafe conditions, accidents, and property damage to the appropriate supervisor.
• Follows established safety procedures and traffic laws while operating City vehicles and equipment.
• Operates light to medium construction equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders, dump trucks, tractors, skid steers, rollers, mini-excavators, and other specialized public works equipment.
• Performs general maintenance and construction work as necessary.
• Assists with street, stormwater, drainage, right-of-way, and grounds-maintenance activities.
• Assists in the setup and maintenance of traffic control devices in accordance with Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) standards to ensure safe work zones for employees and the public.
• Performs manual labor in support of division operations, including lifting, digging, shoveling, material handling, and related field work.
• May be required to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-out assignments as operational need dictate.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge of

• The principles and practices involved in operating and servicing trucks and related light motorized construction and maintenance equipment.
• Traffic laws and regulations governing vehicle and equipment operations.
• Occupational hazards and the safety precautions required for the proper operation of construction and maintenance equipment.

Skilled In

• Safely operating assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude and performing minor equipment repairs and adjustments.

Ability to

• Perform physically demanding work under varying environmental conditions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
• Complete required vehicle and equipment inspections, reports, and other operational records.

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and six (6) months of experience in the operation of motorized equipment.
• Possession of valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:

Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
• Physical Examination
• Drug and Alcohol Screening
• FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Verification