SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - 55003479

Florida Department of Transportation; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Transportation seeks a Senior Equipment Operator in District Five to operate road graders, sewer cleaners, and hydraulic excavators in bridge and roadway maintenance. The role includes performing routine maintenance on equipment, assisting in repairs, coordinating crew activities, and preparing daily reports; CDL is required and safety training will be provided.

The position works outdoors in varied weather conditions with physical demands, offering an annual salary range

Qualifications

• Two years of experience operating small/medium equipment and vehicles.
• Knowledge of safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to perform maintenance and minor repairs on heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles and large equipment (road graders, sewer cleaner, hydraulic excavators) in bridge and roadway maintenance.
• Perform routine maintenance and assist in repairs of equipment; check fluids and tires.
• Coordinate, participate, and direct maintenance activity of the assigned crew; maintain records and daily paperwork.

Skills

Equipment operation

Maintenance & repairs

Report writing

Verbal & written communication

Education

Class A CDL Instructional Permit

Class A CDL within 10 months

Tools

CDL tools

Job description

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Working Title: SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - 55003479

STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

ANTICIPATED BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY: $2,002.02 ($52,052.52 / annually)

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

This position will operate vehicles and a variety of large equipment to include, but not limited to; road graders, sewer cleaner and hydraulic excavators in bridge and roadway maintenance. Performs minor maintenance and servicing work in connection with any type of equipment operated and assists in the repairs of this equipment; check and add fluids, checks/adjusts brakes, maintains proper air pressure in all tires, etc. Cleans and washes equipment.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Where You Will Work:

District Five

420 W. Landstreet Road

Annual Salary Range:

$44,206.62 - $57,208.56

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Upon receipt of the required CDL Instruction permit or license; operates vehicles and a variety of large equipment to include but not limited to; road graders, sewer cleaner and hydraulic excavators in bridge and roadway maintenance. Performs minor maintenance and servicing work in connection with any type of equipment operated and assists in the repairs of this equipment; check and add fluids, checks/adjusts brakes, maintains proper air pressure in all tires, etc. Cleans and washes equipment.

Coordinates, participates, and directs the maintenance activity of the assigned crew. Assists in selecting materials, supplies, equipment, inspecting, planning workloads, work flows, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization with employees. Maintains records of operation. Prepares and maintains daily paperwork such as crew activity reports and daily vehicle check lists.

Performs independent manual labor incidental to job assignments.

Performs Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic).

Performs rough carpentry, masonry, painting and/or assists in the assembly and erection of highway signs.

Trains crew members in the operation of heavy equipment and of basic Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic). Assists with crew activity reports as needed.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Mathematical calculations.
• Standard safety rules and procedures.
• The procedures, techniques and use of equipment in the maintenance and repair of highways, bridges and/or other highway structures.

Skills in:

• Operating a variety of hand and power tools.
• Operating and performing minor maintenance on large equipment and vehicles.
• Completing job related reports and forms.
• Communicating both verbally and in writing, including following oral/written instructions.

Ability to:

• Operate a variety of heavy equipment.
• Train others.
• Read and understand job related materials.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Lift, carry, and handle up to 50 pounds.
• Stoop, climb, squat, push, pull, crawl or bend on a frequent basis.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions, on various terrains and at various heights or in high volume traffic.
• Stand for an extended period of time.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent must respond to emergencies when necessary.
• While on-duty status, the position’s incumbent must be readily available to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) consistent with the type of Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) the incumbent is required to possess or on a routine basis performs other CMV safety-sensitive functions.
• Possess a valid Class “A” CDL Instructional Permit.
• Obtain a valid Class “A” CDL within 10 months of appointment to the position.
• Must obtain certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) – Intermediate Level within one year and maintain it.
• The incumbent of this position is required to work with or around Department of Corrections inmates.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires two years of experience in operating small/medium equipment and vehicles.
• Possess a valid Class “A” CDL Instructional Permit.
• Obtain a valid Class “A