Heavy Equipment Operator - Stormwater Operations

City of Winter Springs; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

City of Winter Springs is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator for public works construction and maintenance. The role includes repair and routine maintenance, operating diverse heavy equipment to support stormwater, utilities, urban beautification, parks and facilities, with reporting to Public Works Superintendent.

This essential position requires availability for emergency deployments, ability to perform pre- and post-trip checks, and comfort working outdoors in Florida heat.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years related manual labor and technical experience in infrastructure maintenance.
• Five years experience operating heavy equipment in a public works construction field; two years of manual labor can substitute for 1 year of heavy equipment experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including loaders, Gradall excavators, skid steers, backhoes, and related machinery.
• Perform preventative maintenance and daily inspections of equipment.
• Transport equipment to and from job sites and City garage.
• Provide essential personnel support during emergencies and city operations.
• Assist in infrastructure maintenance across departments as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Blueprints reading

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Summary

Looking for an experienced heavy equipment operator, to include repair and maintenance, in a public works construction field,

Performs skilled work in the operation of complex construction/maintenance equipment. Performs tasks of more than average difficulty involving the safe operation and routine maintenance of assigned equipment. Operates heavy equipment for Stormwater but may be required to perform equipment operator services for Public Works, Utilities, Urban Beautification, Parks, and Facilities departments. Position will report to Public Works Superintendent.

This position is designated as "essential personnel" and will serve as member of the Emergency Management Team that is required to report for duty during emergencies as needed. This may include reporting to work outside of regular business hours, working extended shifts, and performing duties outside regular assignments.

Essential Functions

• Operate heavy and light equipment including but not limited to front-end loaders, Gradall Excavators, skid steers, combination machines, aerial lifts, bucket trucks, clamshell trucks, backhoes, trackhoes, etc.
• Operation of heavy equipment in support of the City’s construction and infrastructure maintenance needs for various departments
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment
• Perform daily pre-trip and post trip inspections of equipment; keep equipment clean and in good repair
• Transport equipment to and from the job site and City garage on trailers
• Operates heavy equipment during routine and/or emergency repairs of City’s utility infrastructure
• Serves as essential personnel during activation of the City’s Emergency Response Team. Must be available for preparation and response during declared emergencies
• Regular in-person attendance during City and department business hours, since face-to-face interaction and coordination of work with other employees, outside colleagues, residents, or vendors, and all immediate access to documents or other information located in the workplace is required
• Other duties as assigned

(These essential and additional job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.)

Minimum Requirement

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of grounds maintenance and general maintenance tasks and procedures.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures related to the installation, maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, curbing, drainage systems, water lines, meters, sewer lines, underdrains and irrigation systems.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards as well as safety precautions of the work place.
• The ability to perform heavy manual labor under varying environmental and adverse weather conditions.
• Skilled in the operation and maintenance of equipment and tools related to the position.
• The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Capable of following written and oral instructions.
• Working knowledge of safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, grade stakes, and site plans
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of common hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of operating light and medium construction equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral instructions and to perform a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Must be a high School graduate or equivalent.
• Applicant must have two (2) years related manual labor and technical experience in infrastructure maintenance.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience operating heavy equipment in a public works construction field, to include experience in repair and preventive maintenance of heavy equipment. Two years of manual labor can substitute for 1 year of heavy equipment experience.

NOTE: A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Licenses, Certifications, Or Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class "A" Commercial Florida Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement.
• Applicant must obtain FDOT TTC/MOT Certification within six (6) months of hire.

Supplemental Information

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50–75 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, bend, or work in awkward positions for extended periods
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and machinery safely
• Ability to work outdoors in Florida heat, humidity, rain, and uneven terrain
• Ability to work in noisy, hazardous, or physically demanding environments
• Ability to wear and use required PPE

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made when requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Any applicant selected for employment with the City of Winter Springs will be required to complete a pre-employment criminal background screening and drug test.

Insurance

Depending on the plan selected, the City pays approximately 98% of employee's health insurance and contributes to a Health Savings Account.

Dependent coverage, dental, vision, and short term disability plans are available at an additional cost. Basic life and long term disability insurance is paid by the City.

Additional voluntary insurances are available such as: critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurances etc. are available for an additional cost.

Retirement

401A

The City contributes 5% automatically. An additional of up to 2.5% will be contributed if the employee elects to contribute to their individual 457. However, employee contribution is not required. Employee is full vested after five (5) years with partial vesting in years prior.

457

Employee contributions are matched up to 2.5%

Leave & Other Benefits

Vacation leave & sick leave accrued per pay period

Additional 40 hours of PTO allotted each fiscal year

15 paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts through Working Advantage

Business Casual