Road & Bridge Heavy Equipment Operator III (CDL-B)

Volusia County; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Volusia County seeks an experienced Equipment Operator III for the Road and Bridge Division, based in New Smyrna, Florida. The role involves operating heavy equipment for road maintenance and drainage, transporting gear countywide, and performing daily safety inspections before and after use.

Requirements include a minimum of 8th grade education, three years of heavy equipment operating experience, and a valid Florida CDL Class B at hire (Class A for drainage within six months).

Qualifications

• Completion of the 8th grade and three years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Valid Florida CDL Class B at the time of hire; Class A if drainage work is assigned within six months.
• Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment for road maintenance and drainage tasks.
• Transports heavy equipment to job sites throughout the county.
• Performs daily safety inspections of assigned equipment before and after use.
• Performs routine service and maintenance of equipment.
• Responds to emergency situations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL Class B

Safety compliance

Communication

Maintenance knowledge

Education

8th grade education

Job description

Volusia County seeks an experienced Equipment Operator III for the Road and Bridge Division, based in New Smyrna, Florida. The role involves operating heavy equipment for road maintenance and drainage, transporting gear countywide, and performing daily safety inspections before and after use.

Requirements include a minimum of 8th grade education, three years of heavy equipment operating experience, and a valid Florida CDL Class B at hire (Class A for drainage within six months).