Lead Heavy Equipment Operator – Road & Bridge

Pasco County; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for Road & Bridge responsibilities. The role includes operating heavy equipment, leading a crew on construction sites, and performing related tasks and records maintenance.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 3 years in public works/construction with 1 year operating heavy equipment, and a Florida Class B CDL with air brakes. Candidates should be able to lift 90 pounds and work outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent diploma.
• Three years of public works/construction/operations experience, with one year operating heavy equipment.
• Valid Florida Class B CDL with air brakes.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 90 pounds; able to work long hours outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy grading and related equipment with lead worker responsibilities.
• Perform manual labor incidental to tasks and maintain safety and performance records.
• Ensure equipment is operating safely and properly maintained.
• Follow traffic and safety rules and communicate effectively.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Record keeping

Arithmetic

Safety rules

Lead worker

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class B with air brakes

Job description

Pasco County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for Road & Bridge responsibilities. The role includes operating heavy equipment, leading a crew on construction sites, and performing related tasks and records maintenance.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 3 years in public works/construction with 1 year operating heavy equipment, and a Florida Class B CDL with air brakes. Candidates should be able to lift 90 pounds and work outdoors in varying conditions.