Municipal Service Worker II

City of North Miami Beach; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of North Miami Beach is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator in the Public Works Department to perform a variety of maintenance projects and operate equipment including riding mowers, loaders, and trucks.

The role involves working with limited supervision, potential lead responsibilities, and possible emergency response. A valid Florida CDL and 4+ years of related experience are required, with extensive outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four years’ experience in safe operation and maintenance of equipment and general maintenance of streets, sidewalks, or landscaping.
• Valid State of Florida CDL required.
• Ability to operate equipment including those requiring a CDL.
• Knowledge of landscaping, litter removal and general maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as roll-off trucks, dump trucks, front-end loaders and other similar equipment.
• Perform landscaping tasks: plant, water, mow, trim trees, remove stumps.
• Trims and prunes trees to maintain safety and aesthetics on municipal properties.
• Assist with removal of dead or dangerous trees and litter removal.
• May lead a small crew and respond to emergency calls when needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Crew leadership

Safety procedures

Oral and written instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL (Florida)

Job description

Description

This is skilled work in operating a variety of equipment in the Public Works Department. Depending on the area of assignment, an employee in this class will perform varied maintenance projects, special projects, or other related work. The employee operates a variety of equipment which may include riding mowers, front-end loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, etc. Work is performed under limited supervision and is subject to review by the supervisor.

Description

This is skilled work in operating a variety of equipment in the Public Works Department. Depending on the area of assignment, an employee in this class will perform varied maintenance projects, special projects, or other related work. The employee operates a variety of equipment which may include riding mowers, front-end loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, etc. Work is performed under limited supervision and is subject to review by the supervisor.

Examples of Duties

The duties listed below are the normal duties and responsibilities of this position. The omission of specific statements related to the duties and responsibilities of this position does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or reasonable within the scope of the position.

• Operates equipment that may include roll-off trucks, flatbed trucks, dump trucks, bobcats, pay loaders, small bulldozers, large riding mowers, street sweepers, front-end loaders, and other equipment of similar complexity.
• Plants, waters, rakes and mows grass; trims trees and shrubs; digs stumps; and performs other landscaping tasks as needed.
• Trims and prunes trees to eliminate hazards and preserve aesthetics on municipal streets and properties including alleys.
• Assists with the removal of dead or dangerous trees and removes dead limbs.
• Works with a trash response team
• Assist skilled trades worker in performing some functions such as painting, sidewalks, streets, plumbing and landscaping tasks, using a variety of hand and power tools
• Services power mowers and other small landscaping equipment with gas and oil, as well as routine equipment maintenance, cleaning and minor repairs.
• Clears illegal trash piles using equipment.
• Works with a litter crew
• May serve as a lead worker over a small crew of lower-level employees.
• May be required to respond to emergency calls, including weather-related emergencies.
• Performs all other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Must have at least four (4) years’ experience in the safe operation and maintenance of assigned equipment, the general maintenance of streets, sidewalks, potholes, landscaping, or other work experience appropriate to the area of assignment which covers, the landscaping and beautification of public spaces to include litter picking, trash removal etc.
• Possess a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must possess knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment and practices used in landscaping, general litter and trash removal and disposal, and general maintenance.
• Must be able to operate equipment including those requiring a CDL license.
• Must possess knowledge in the use and care of tools and equipment.
• Must possess knowledge of landscaping tasks to include tree-trimming methods and safety precautions.

Supplemental Information

• Ability to lead a crew of workers.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to keep records.
• Ability to accept responsibility for a specialized maintenance operation.
• Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public.
• Work involves physical activity including, but not limited to, walking, lifting, climbing, crawling, carrying, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, sitting, standing, pushing and pulling sometimes in very confined spaces.
• Must be able to perform manual labor for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, sit, stand, hear, use hands to fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, read and write English. Physical capability to safely and heavy equipment, machinery and tools. Work is performed outdoors in inclement weather while operating heavy equipment. May involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight 5 to 60 pounds.

Applicants who demonstrate they meet the minimum requirements may be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to, evaluation of education, training and experience; oral interview(s); background investigation; reference checks; medical evaluation; controlled substance screening. Preference will be given to certain veterans, spouses of veterans, or unmarried widows/widowers of veteran. Proof of veterans' eligibility must be provided at time of application EOE M/F/D/V. Applicants with disabilities who desire special accommodation MUST notify the Human Resources Department at the time of application. The City of North Miami Beach offers a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible full-time employees which include annual leave, holiday pay, personal days, birthday, and sick leave as well as medical, life and short-term disability insurance. As determined by the City Manager, some positions may also have a vehicle allowance or a City-issued vehicle.