Equipment Operator I BEACH

City of Dania Beach

Town of Florida (NY)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 46,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

FRS pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

The City of Dania Beach is seeking an Equipment Operator I (BEACH) to support our Public Services Team. The role involves skilled operation of light to medium equipment, grounds maintenance, and basic repairs under supervision, with opportunities for growth and training.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, one year of vocational training, and a valid Florida driver’s license; some roles may require a Class B CDL. We offer competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum of one year of vocational training and work experience operating trucks and light maintenance equipment.
Valid Driver's license with good driving record; Florida license within 30 days if out-of-state.

Responsibilities

Performs grounds duties such as mowing, fertilizing, weed-eating, planting foliage, seeding lawns, trimming foliage, replacing sod.
Performs custodial tasks around shop areas, offices, parking areas and other facilities.
Performs maintenance duties such as painting, repairing equipment, maintaining athletic fields and courts, addressing safety/road hazards.
Operates light to medium equipment (mowers, edgers, weed-eaters, backhoes, chippers, chainsaws, blowers).
Operates trucks and other equipment for excavation, construction and maintenance (ditches, roads, streets, parks, utilities).
Loads, hauls, and transfers refuse and materials as needed.
Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and reports defects.
Responds to hurricane or other critical-event call-ins; supports other departments as directed.
Routes traffic with flagging technicians; paints sidewalks; keeps signs clean.
Some positions require a CDL for bucket-truck maintenance and parts replacement of streetlights.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

CDL driving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training (1 year)

Two years vocational training (preferred)

Tools

CDL License (Class B)

Job description

Job Description

Join the Dania Beach Team and Make a Difference! Are you ready to contribute to a thriving community in one of South Florida's most dynamic cities? Dania Beach, Broward County's first city, is undergoing a renaissance, and we're looking for motivated and passionate individuals to join our team. Discover the unique charm and pioneering spirit that defines our City.

Grow Your Career with Us at Dania Beach!

The City of Dania Beach is committed to developing our team members. We offer a range of opportunities to help you grow professionally, including numerous in-house training programs and tuition reimbursement for full-time employees after completing probation. We aim to work closely with you to enhance your skills and advance your career, ensuring you have the support and resources needed to succeed and thrive within our dynamic organization. Grow with us and become a part of our vibrant community!

Position Summary

The City of Dania Beach is committed to employing a talented and diverse workforce. We are currently seeking an Equipment Operator I (BEACH) to join our dynamic Public Services Team. The ideal candidate will perform skilled work in the general and major repair of cars, trucks and other City equipment. Work is performed under general supervision. If you are ready to take the next step in your career planning and contribute to the growth and development of the City of Dania Beach,

Performs a variety of grounds duties according to area of assignment, e.g., mowing grounds and road right-of-ways, fertilizing, weed-eating, planting foliage, seeding lawns, trimming foliage, replacing sod.

Performs general custodial tasks such as picking up debris and cleaning areas in and around shop areas, office buildings, parking areas, and other assigned facilities/grounds.

Performs a variety of maintenance duties according to area of assignment, e.g., painting interior/exterior of facilities and equipment, repairing equipment, maintaining athletic fields and courts, addressing safety/road hazards.

Operates a variety of light to medium equipment, e.g., mowers, edgers, weed-eaters, backhoes, chippers, chainsaws, blowers.

Performs skilled operation of various trucks and light off-road equipment, e.g., tractors, large mowers, grounds maintenance equipment.

Performs a variety of duties including operating equipment for excavation, construction and maintenance purposes, e.g., ditches, roads, streets, grounds, parks, construction, utilities systems.

Operates various trucks and equipment in the loading, hauling, and transfer of refuse, materials, and supplies.

Performs routine cleaning, inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and reports defects, maintenance and repair needs to appropriate staff for resolution.

Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Responds to call-ins in the event or hurricanes or other critical events.

Assists in other departments and divisions as directed.

Routes traffic with Flagging Technicians.

Paints sidewalks; keeps all signs clean and visible.

Able to work a flexible schedule.

Some positions require a CDL license for operating a bucket truck for maintenance, inspections, retrofitting, & replacing parts of the streetlights.

Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.

Qualifications

What's required: (Minimum Requirements)

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum of one (1) year of previous vocational training and work experience in the safe and effective operation of a wide variety of trucks and light maintenance and construction equipment.

Possession of a valid Driver's license with overall good driving record required. If driver's license is out of state, must be able to obtain a Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire date

What's preferred: (Desired Requirements)

Possession of a valid Class \"B\" CDL driver's license with overall good driving record may be required

Two (2) year of previous vocational training and work experience in the safe and effective operation of a wide variety of trucks and light maintenance and construction equipment.