Equipment Operator IV - $1000 Sign - on Incentive

Orange County Government; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Sign-on incentive

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Orange County Utilities' Water Reclamation Division is seeking an Equipment Operator IV to operate and maintain heavy construction machinery, ensuring safe and precise performance on excavation, grading, and material transport tasks.

The role requires 4+ years of experience, a valid Florida driver’s license, and may require a Florida CDL Class A. Crane certification and sign-on incentives are noted in benefits and postings.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience operating medium to heavy automotive, construction or maintenance equipment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Depending on assignment area, possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License; or obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Preference: Crane certification.
• Preference: Florida Commercial Driver's License Class A.

Responsibilities

• Operate complex heavy equipment such as tankers, front-end loaders, dump trucks, backhoes, excavators, wheel loaders and cranes.
• Perform or supervise loading and unloading heavy equipment.
• May supervise assigned Equipment Operators or work crew on a project basis.
• Operate equipment to dig ditches or canals and load materials.
• Perform routine inspections and minor maintenance of equipment.
• Coordinate utility line locations before excavating and ensure work aligns with engineering specs.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Crane operation

Reading and following instructions

Job description

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Orange County Utilities is one of the largest utility providers in Florida and has been recognized nationally and locally for outstanding operations, efficiencies, innovations, education programs and customer focus. We provide water and wastewater services and operate the largest publicly owned landfill in the state. Our focus is on excellent quality, customer service, innovation, sustainability, and commitment to employee development. Join us to find more than a job -- find a career.

The Water Reclamation Division is seeking highly qualified individual to fill the position of ¿Equipment Operator IV. This position requires skilled advanced work operating complex heavy construction and maintenance equipment including performing routine safety checks and maintenance of the equipment is necessary.

Job Description

General Functions

This key position is a highly skilled role that works operating heavy sized and complex construction and maintenance equipment to perform specialized and large-scale operations such as excavation, grading, and material transport. The incumbent ensures safe, precise, and efficient operation of complex equipment, coordinates activities with work crews and utility locators, and performs inspections and routine maintenance of equipment to meet project specifications.

Work is performed under the supervision of a designated supervisor or manager. Performance is reviewed through observation of work in progress and upon completion for achievement of desired results.

Representative Duties/Assignments:

• Operates complex heavy equipment such as but not limited to tankers, front-end loaders, dump trucks, backhoes, excavators, wheel loaders and cranes.
• Performs or supervises loading and unloading heavy equipment.
• May supervise assigned Equipment Operators or work crew on a project basis.
• Operates assigned equipment to dig ditches or canals.
• Loads materials such as sand or rock on trucks.
• Performs more difficult finishing and grading operations to engineering specifications.
• Drives and maneuvers tractor trailers on yard dog at transfer stations and landfill for hauling and disposal operations.
• Performs routine inspection of assigned equipment.
• Performs minor maintenance duties to check oil, fuel, water and air as necessary. Cleans and washes equipment.
• May set up barricades and act as spotter or flagman.
• Participates in general labor duties.
• Coordinates utility line locations before excavating.
• Performs excavations to grade and slope.
• Performs work in accordance with engineering specifications.
• May assist with development of heavy equipment training programs.
• May assist with hosting of monthly heavy equipment trainer meetings.
• May assist with development and revision of associated standard operating procedures.
• Performs work in accordance with engineering specifications.
• Drives on - road tractor - trailer between transfer station and landfill.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of medium to heavy automotive, construction or maintenance equipment. In lieu of the stated experience requirements, additional relevant education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

Depending on the area of assignment, possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License; or obtain within six (6) months of hire.

Preferences

Experience operating roll - off trucks and /or Vactor trucks

Considerable experience and knowledge in operation of most equipment

Must be able to understand and carry out written and oral instructions

Crane certification

Florida Commercial Driver's License Class A

Application Deadline

Open Date: 08/28/2026

Close Date: 09/27/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 012 - From $19.94 to $25.66

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Sign-on Incentive

This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at: http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives

Please note that current County employees are not eligible for a sign-on monetary incentive.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Orange County Utilities

Water Reclamation Division

4760 West Sand Lake Road

Orlando, FL 32819

Working Hours

40

Work schedule:

Monday - Friday / 6:00am - 2:30pm

This position may require after-hours response including stand-by shifts.

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.