Equipment Operator I - Road and Bridge

County of Volusia; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator I for its Road and Bridge division. This role involves operating various types of equipment for road maintenance and drainage tasks, ensuring safety inspections are conducted regularly. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of equipment operation and maintenance, along with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and dynamic workplace. If you are passionate about contributing to community infrastructure, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Onsite Wellness Center

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in operating light to medium trucks.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and safety inspections.

Responsibilities

• Operate mowers, tractors, and commercial trucks for road maintenance.
• Perform daily safety inspections and routine maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Routine Maintenance

Safety Inspections

Emergency Repairs

Effective Communication

Education

Completion of 8th Grade

Valid Florida Driver's License

Florida CDL Class B

Tools

Dump Trucks

Flatbed Trucks

Mowers

Gasoline-Powered Machinery

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Major Functions

The County of Volusia is seeking an experienced Equipment Operator I for the Road and Bridge division. This position will be located in various locations throughout Volusia County and will be responsible for semi-skilled work in the operation of less complex types of equipment to complete road maintenance and drainage tasks, performing daily safety inspections of assigned equipment prior to and after each use.

• This position is posted on a continuous basis and may close without notice.*
  
  

Illustrative Duties

(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 mowers and tractors equipped with mowing attachments.
• Operates commercial trucks (less than 10 wheels) with gross weight over 8,000 pounds, including dump, flatbed, and water wagon trucks.
• Drives fuel truck to various parts of the county and services equipment with fuel.
• May operate small, gasoline-powered machinery and hand tools, such as cement mixers, air compressors and hammers, pumping equipment, and saws.
• Sets signs and barricades.
• Participates generally in the laboring work of the crew.
• Performs daily safety inspections of assigned equipment prior to and after use.
• Performs routine service and maintenance of equipment.
• May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs.
• Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
• Must adhere to Federal, State, County, and Local ordinances.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Completion of the eighth (8th) grade and one (1) year of experience in the operation and routine maintenance of commercial light to medium trucks or similar equipment.

A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.

Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of hire and maintain thereafter.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire.

Must possess a valid Florida CDL Class B within six (6) months of hire and maintain thereafter.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the operation, routine maintenance, pre- and post-trip inspections, and use of dump and flatbed trucks or tractors, and of the less complex public works equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic and other regulations governing the use of equipment throughout the county.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary in the operation of equipment.
• Skilled in the safe operation of flatbed and dump trucks, tractors, mowing attachments, and the less complex construction equipment.
• Ability to make emergency repairs to motor-driven equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to interact effectively with others and establish effective working relationships.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations.
  
  

Ada Requirments

Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend operational and safety instructions, procedures, rules, policies, warnings, and memos. Ability to write simple sentences relaying information, data, and details. Ability to perform basic math.

Physical Demands: Heavy work. Ability to pull, push (arm and leg), lift, and carry 75 pounds. Ability to reach, climb, sit, turn (neck, body), handle, and see (near and far acuity, depth perception, field of vision). Visual acuity (depth perception, peripheral vision) necessary to operate motorized vehicles.

Environmental Demands: (Demands may change depending on assignment.) Outside work. Exposure to inclement weather (heat, humidity, cold, rain), fumes, odors, noise, vibration, dust, poor ventilation.

Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

HEALTH INSURANCE

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
  
  

RETIREMENT

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
• Deferred Compensation (475 Plan)
  
  

SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE

• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
  
  

PAID TIME OFF

• Personal Leave
• Holidays
• Bereavement
• Military
  
  

HOLIDAYS

The County Of Volusia Observes The Following Holidays Annually

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving (and day after)
• Christmas
  
  

Additional Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Onsite Wellness/Fitness Center
• Computer Purchase Program
• Direct Deposit Payroll
  
  

Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.

01

NOTE: Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the work experience section on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.

• I have read and understand the above statement.
  
  

02

Do you have a valid Florida driver's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire if selected for the position?

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable
  
  

04

Do you have a valid Florida Commercial Driver license (CDL), if yes what class?

• A
• B
• C
• Do not have a valid Florida CDL
  
  

05

If you do not possess a CDL, are you able to obtain one within six (6) months of employment?

• Yes
• No
• Not applicable
  
  

06

Do you possess at least one (1) year of experience in the operation and routine maintenance of commercial light to medium trucks or similar equipment.?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:

• the number of years,
• position title
• brief description of your experience and
• the name of the agency/organization(s).
  
  

If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.

08

Have you ever worked as a temporary/lease employee for the County of Volusia?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Where did you hear about this position?

• County of Volusia website
• Daytona Beach News Journal
• www.orlandojobs.com
• Social Media sites (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Linked In)
• Other
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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