Equipment Operator II - Fuel Truck

Seminole County FL; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading county organization in Florida is seeking a skilled technician for road maintenance and construction. The role involves operating heavy machinery, performing maintenance tasks, and responding to public inquiries. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with a focus on safety and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in road and drainage maintenance/construction.
• Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as dump trucks and backhoes.
• Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Respond to public inquiries and maintain inventory.

Skills

Communication

Technical Tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Job description

Under limited supervision, performs skilled technical work in the operation of complex equipment for road maintenance and construction, including office duties and fieldwork exposure.

**Salary will be determined based on qualifications exceeding minimum requirements. Additional compensation may be provided for licensure.

**Note: These duties are illustrative; omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the role.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Operate heavy equipment such as dump trucks, rollers, mixers, loaders, forklifts, backhoes, mowers, graders, excavators, bulldozers, and other assigned machinery.
2. Perform daily inspections, preventive and minor mechanical maintenance, record keeping, and reporting.
3. Identify and report road deficiencies outside maintenance scope.
4. Respond to public inquiries courteously and professionally.
5. Maintain inventory, order materials, and keep storage areas organized.
6. Operate vacuum trucks for stormwater drainage maintenance.
7. Respond to emergency situations and adhere to safety standards.
8. Maintain safety equipment and records.
9. Communicate effectively with the public, staff, and vendors.
10. Manage material tickets and billing documentation.

Additional Duties

Perform related work, operate other equipment, and assist in emergencies, with all employees considered essential during such times.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and three years of experience in road and drainage maintenance/construction.
• Equivalent education, training, or experience may be substituted.
• Preference for experience with specific heavy equipment and certifications in Work Zone Safety, Confined Space Entry, NIMS, Erosion Control, Trenching/Shoring, Lift Training, OSHA, and others as required.
• Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B, with the ability to obtain Class A within six months.
• Ability to perform technical tasks with limited supervision, understand instructions, and communicate effectively.
• Physical ability to perform demanding tasks, lift over 80 pounds, and work under adverse weather conditions.
• Sensory abilities including vision, smell, hearing, and speech.