Senior Heavy Equipment Operator (CDL-A)

FDOT; Brooksville (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

State retirement package

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Job summary

Florida Department of Transportation seeks a Senior Equipment Operator to maintain state roadway systems. Responsibilities include operating graders, sewer cleaners, and hydraulic excavators, plus coordinating crew activities and maintaining records.

Qualified applicants must meet CDL and safety requirements and be able to work in various weather conditions. The role includes extensive on-the-job training and adherence to DOT standards.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of mathematical calculations and standard safety rules.
• Understands procedures and use of highway maintenance equipment.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and large equipment.
• Capable of completing job-related reports and forms.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicles and a variety of large equipment for highway maintenance.
• Directs maintenance activity of the assigned crew and plans workloads.
• Performs minor maintenance on equipment and maintains daily paperwork.
• Performs Temporary Traffic Control and rough carpentry tasks.
• Trains crew members on heavy equipment operation.

Skills

Mathematical Calculations

Safety rules

Equipment operation

Maintenance reporting

Verbal and written communication

Job description

Florida Department of Transportation seeks a Senior Equipment Operator to maintain state roadway systems. Responsibilities include operating graders, sewer cleaners, and hydraulic excavators, plus coordinating crew activities and maintaining records.

Qualified applicants must meet CDL and safety requirements and be able to work in various weather conditions. The role includes extensive on-the-job training and adherence to DOT standards.