Equipment Operator I

Seminole County FL; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join their team in maintaining and constructing roads and drainage facilities. This role involves operating various heavy machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency while performing daily inspections and maintenance. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a valid Florida Commercial Drivers License. With a focus on safety and effective operation, this position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to community infrastructure projects. If you are passionate about heavy equipment and making a difference in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in road and drainage maintenance required.
• Must have a valid Florida Commercial Drivers License Class B.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for road construction and maintenance.
• Perform daily inspections and minor maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Traffic and Highway Safety Knowledge

Communication Skills

Preventive Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dump Trucks

Front End Loaders

Gradalls

Excavators

Bulldozers

Job description

Work involves the operation of moderately complex equipment utilized in the maintenance and construction of roads and drainage facilities.

Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.

Additional compensation based on licensure.

Note: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Operates heavy equipment to include but not limited to: Dump trucks, steel wheel rollers, mixers, front end loaders, skid steer loaders, forklifts, backhoes, hydraulic boom mowers, graders, mini track excavators and other equipment as assigned to complete road construction and maintenance projects.

Operates motor graders in grading and stabilizing roads and shoulders to maintain proper drainage and smooth surface. Performs daily pre-trip inspections, preventive maintenance and minor mechanical maintenance work on assigned equipment. Keeps records and submits reports on work performed, as required. Observes and reports road deficiencies which cannot be corrected within assigned maintenance responsibilities to the immediate supervisor. Answers routine questions for the public.

May be required to also operate Gradalls, track excavators, bull dozers, low boys, mowers, tractors, and other equipment as necessary to complete operational work requirements.

Additional Duties:

Performs other related work as required, and operate other equipment as assigned to complete road construction and maintenance projects. In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of experience in the maintenance and construction of roads and drainage facilities. A comparable amount of education, training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Drivers License Class B and have the ability to obtain a valid Florida Commercial Drivers License Class A within six months of employment. Must possess or obtain within 6 months of employment, certification in Work Zone Safety from IMSA, Confined Space Entry Training; OSHA requirements or other certifications as required by work assignment and as directed by the Division Manager.

Considerable knowledge of the effective operation and maintenance of heavy equipment. Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and effective precautionary measures necessary to avoid accidents and hazards involved in the use of heavy equipment. Ability to understand and carry out general instructions, read, write and complete work records. Ability to communicate effectively with the public. Ability to maintain equipment in good physical condition sufficient to satisfactorily perform job duties, occasionally under adverse weather conditions. Ability to deal with the public in an effective and cooperative manner.

One (1) year experience in the operation of moderately heavy construction and maintenance equipment or successful completion of an approved heavy construction equipment training program. Proficient in word processing and other applicable software.