Heavy Equipment Operator II – CDL-A

City of Palm Bay, FL; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Palm Bay, FL seeks a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator I to perform specialized operating tasks on motors and heavy machinery. You will work under limited supervision on road, drainage, and utility projects, maintaining equipment and safety protocols.

The role requires graduation from high school or GED and at least three years of heavy equipment experience, plus a State of Florida Class A CDL with endorsements and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment.
• Valid State of Florida Unrestricted Class A CDL with endorsements as required; safe driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Operate motorized heavy equipment including grader, excavator, dozer, backhoe, vacuum/jetter unit and related machinery.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment; report issues as needed.
• Assist in road, drainage, and utility projects; load trucks and support maintenance work.
• Maintain logs, CMMS data, and ensure safety at job sites and proper signaling.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

City of Palm Bay, FL seeks a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator I to perform specialized operating tasks on motors and heavy machinery. You will work under limited supervision on road, drainage, and utility projects, maintaining equipment and safety protocols.

The role requires graduation from high school or GED and at least three years of heavy equipment experience, plus a State of Florida Class A CDL with endorsements and a clean driving record.