Equipment Operator - Public Works

Davie Inc; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Town of Davie is seeking a skilled equipment operator to perform maintenance and repair on roadways, parks, and town sites. Under supervision, you will operate one or more less complex motorized heavy equipment and support construction projects.

Requirements include a high school diploma, at least one year of relevant experience, and a valid Class A or B CDL without L restriction. Experience supervising labor crews is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• One year experience in operation and maintenance of assigned equipment, or handling of multi-speed trucks and related heavy equipment.
• Possession of a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without L restriction issued by the State of Florida.

Responsibilities

• Operates one or more units of motorized light or heavy equipment for construction and maintenance of roadways, parks, and town sites.
• Performs routine maintenance and care of equipment.
• Transports materials and supplies to various work sites.
• Attends courses to maintain knowledge of heavy equipment operation.

Skills

Equipment operation

CDL holder

Supervising labor crews

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Under general supervision, performs specialized work in the operation of one (1) or more less complex motorized heavy equipment. Is responsible for performing semi-skilled and skilled work on construction, maintenance and repair projects for the applicable department.

Description

Under general supervision, performs specialized work in the operation of one (1) or more less complex motorized heavy equipment. Is responsible for performing semi-skilled and skilled work on construction, maintenance and repair projects for the applicable department.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

ALL REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE SUBMITTED APPLICATION.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.


• One (1) year experience in at least one (1) or more of the following;




• Operation and maintenance of assigned equipment,


• Handling of multi-speed trucks and some heavy construction equipment;




• Possession of a valid Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without “L” restriction issued by the State of Florida.

Preferred

• Experience in supervision of labor crews.

Essential Functions

• Performs a variety of maintenance tasks including, but not limited to, grading roads and other sites, trimming and removing brush and debris from roadside, mowing, planting trees, erecting road signs, hanging informational banners, removing and installing new concrete sidewalks and multipurpose trails.


• Operates one (1) or more less complex units of motorized light or heavy equipment involved in the construction and maintenance of roadways, parks, bicycle paths, and other Town-owned sites including, but not limited to, front-end loaders, power lawn mowers, street sweeper-rollers, backhoes, heavy dump trucks, side mowers, water trucks, graders skid-steers, grapple trucks, bucket truck, soil compactors, and vacuum trucks.


• If assigned to the Parks and Recreation Department, may prepare athletic fields and other facilities for use by participants.


• Performs minor maintenance and related care of equipment used.


• Transports materials and supplies to various work sites.


• Attends courses, conferences, and seminars to maintain current knowledge of trends in heavy equipment operation.


• Performs other related work as required.

Application Assistance/Information

• Licenses/Certifications: If a positon requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition and continuation of employment.


• Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.


• Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.


• E-Verify: Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person’s actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.


• Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.


• Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department.


• E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify.


• Veterans' Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans’ Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and Veterans' Preference form.


• Essential Employees: Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.