Equipment Operator I

City of Boca Raton; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Boca Raton is seeking a motorized equipment operator to support public works operations. You will drive dump trucks and other equipment to transport materials, perform routine maintenance, and support construction tasks in a coastal city context.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least six months of experience operating motorized equipment. A Florida Class B CDL is required, with safety compliance and background checks part of the pre-employment

Qualifications

• General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing trucks and related light motorized construction and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; mechanical aptitude; ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment; awareness of safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Operates a dump truck and other equipment in connection with the transportation of dirt, sand, stone, gravel, asphalt, rock, and supplies.
• Operates a light truck in carrying tools, equipment, and supplies to and from jobs.
• Operates tractor cutting grass, edges bike paths, trims trees, and patches drainpipes.
• Operates medium to heavy equipment.
• Performs maintenance and construction work as necessary.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Summary

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 motorized equipment; does related work as required.

Work is performed under regular supervision.

Examples Of Duties

TYPICAL FUNCTIONS

• Operates a dump truck and other equipment in connection with the transportation of dirt, sand, stone, gravel, asphalt, rock, and supplies;
• Operates a light truck in carrying tools, equipment, and supplies to and from jobs;
• Operates tractor cutting grass, edges bike paths, trims trees, and patches drainpipes.

RELATED TASKS

• Operates medium to heavy equipment;
• Performs maintenance and construction work as necessary;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing trucks and related light motorized construction and maintenance equipment; general knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operations; some knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of construction and maintenance equipment; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; mechanical aptitude; ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Supplemental information

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and six (6) months of experience in the operation of motorized equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• 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.
• 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

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Reference Checks
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
• Workers' Compensation
• Physical
• Drug and Alcohol Screen