Equipment Operator - Water & Wastewater Services

Broward County Government; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners seeks an Equipment Operator for Water & Wastewater Services to operate and transport heavy equipment and trucks on assigned county projects.

Responsibilities include pre-checks, completing work orders, and performing roadway and drainage tasks with a team under supervision. CDL Class A is required with at least one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Requires one (1) year experience operating heavy equipment related to area of assignment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License for duration of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Transports construction equipment using a lowbed semi-trailer; operates tractor-trailer and tandem trucks in local hauling tasks.
• Loads and unloads vehicles as required; operates heavy duty road roller in resurfacing and roadway construction.
• Operates front-end loader or small tractor with hydraulic loading lift and back hoe digging shovel.
• Performs operator pre-checks on equipment; checks lubricants, cooling systems, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL Class A

Team player

Communication skills

Truck driving

Tools

Front-end Loader

Skid-steer Loader

Forklift

Dump Truck

Vacuum Truck

Tractor Trailer

Job description

Requirements And Preferences

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Equipment Operator - Water & Wastewater Services. Please Note: This announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.

The Equipment Operator must be able to drive large trucks and be proficient in the use of heavy equipment, including but not limited to, Front-end Loader, Skid-steer Loader, Forklift, Dump Truck, Vacuum Truck, Tractor Trailer, and other equipment as assigned. Must show proficiency on all assigned pieces of equipment within six (6) months. Additional duties include completing daily paper-work, work-orders, demonstrating good communication skills, and being a team player.

General Description

Performs skilled work in the operation of large vehicles and equipment.

Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Requires one (1) year experience operating heavy equipment related to area of assignment.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License for duration of appointment

Preferences

• Associate's Degree in Engineering or any related field; or vocational school certification in crane operation or any related field.
• Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License
• At least (1) year of experience as demonstrated in the WWS Practical Skills Exam: Proficiency in operating a CDL Class “A” Vehicle.
• At least (1) year of experience as demonstrated in the WWS Practical Skills Exam: Proficiency in operating a Front-end Loader.
• At least (1) year of experience as demonstrated in the WWS Practical Skills Exam: Proficiency in operating a Backhoe.
• At least (1) year of experience as demonstrated in the WWS Practical Skills Exam: Proficiency in operating a Crane.
• At least (1) year of experience as demonstrated in the WWS Practical Skills Exam: Proficiency in operating a Vacuum Truck.

Duties And Responsibilities

Transports construction equipment using a lowbed semi-trailer; operates tractor-trailer and tandem trucks in local hauling tasks; loads and unloads vehicles as required; operates heavy duty road roller in resurfacing and roadway construction; operates front-end loader or small tractor rigged with hydraulic loading lift and back hoe digging shovel; operates tractor and "bush hog" for mowing roadway shoulders and removing vegetation from drainage ditches; operates sweeper truck for cleaning roadways; may operate smaller earth moving equipment such as small bulldozers and bobcats.

Performs operator pre-checks on equipment; checks lubricants, cooling systems, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems; makes necessary minor adjustments and reports malfunctions to supervisor.

Performs related work as assigned.

Competencies

• Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.
• Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm, working quickly and without undue oversight.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Generally follows defined and communicated standards, methods, and procedures. Seeks advice and finds ways to work better within processes. Makes some reasonable suggestions to improve work methods.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Operates with a clear sense of responsibility; learns about, and adheres to, most policies, procedures, and work requirements. Takes steps to ensure work is done properly, communicates status, and addresses any errors.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Pays attention to others' insights, advice, or instruction, grasping the main elements. Promptly shares relevant information with the right amount of detail.
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness: Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them.

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or exceptional skill, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands, or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

County Core Values

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email [e-mail] to make an accommodation request.

County-wide Emergency Responsibilities

During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.