Equipment Operator II

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• Continuous Service Benefit: Paid out annually after 5 years of service
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedule
• Retirement Plans: Two pension/retirement options to choose from

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General Statement of Job: Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of medium to heavy construction, maintenance, and public works equipment in support of the City's Streets and Stormwater operations. Work involves the operation of specialized equipment used in roadway maintenance, stormwater system repairs, drainage improvements, right-of-way maintenance, infrastructure construction, and emergency response activities.

Essential Functions

• Operates medium to heavy equipment in support of Streets and Stormwater maintenance and construction operations, including but not limited to backhoes, front-end loaders, dump trucks, bucket trucks, clam shell trucks, rollers, skid steers, excavators, street sweepers, vacuum truck and equipment, pumps, large and medium size mowers, and other specialized public works equipment.
• Performs stormwater system maintenance, repair, and construction activities including pipe installation and replacement, catch basin and inlet repairs, manhole maintenance, ditch and swale restoration, drainage conveyance repairs, and culvert maintenance.
• Assists with roadway maintenance activities including asphalt patching, roadway restoration, sidewalk installation and repair support, grading, tree and stump removals, debris removal, and related infrastructure improvements.
• Performs excavation, trenching, grading, material hauling, and site preparation associated with utility and drainage repair projects.
• Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment to ensure safe operating condition and reports equipment deficiencies, malfunctions, and maintenance needs promptly.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels, lubrication, cleaning, and minor adjustments to assigned equipment.
• Assists in the setup and maintenance of traffic control devices in accordance with Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) standards to ensure safe work zones for employees and the public.
• Responds to emergency situations including roadway hazards, flooding events, storm response operations, debris removal, and other after-hours public works emergencies as assigned.
• Performs vegetation clearing, right-of-way maintenance, canal bank support work, and obstruction removal to maintain proper drainage conveyance and roadway safety.
• Works as part of a crew and may assist lower-level personnel in completing assigned operational tasks safely and efficiently.
• Interacts professionally with residents, contractors, vendors, and City personnel while representing the department in a courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Maintains accurate records related to work performed, equipment usage, maintenance activities, and assigned operational tasks.
• Adheres to all City safety policies, departmental procedures, OSHA standards, and operational best practices.
• Performs manual labor in support of division operations, including lifting, digging, shoveling, material handling, and related fieldwork.
• May be required to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-out assignments as operational needs dictate.
• Perform related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Methods, practices, tools, and equipment used in public works construction and maintenance operations.
• Safe operation procedures for medium and heavy equipment.
• Stormwater infrastructure systems, roadway maintenance practices, and drainage operations.
• Work zone safety and traffic control procedures.
• The occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment.

Skilled in:

• Mechanical aptitude.
• The use of equipment to which assigned.

Ability to:

• Safely operate assigned construction and maintenance equipment.
• Make minor adjustments to equipment.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Interpret work assignments and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and the public.
• Respond effectively during emergency operations
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in operation of motorized equipment.
• Valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
• Physical Examination
• Drug and Alcohol Screening
• FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Verification

Benefits

CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY SEIU Employees ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours. CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year.

SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows: Continuous years of service Percentage Less than 2 full years 0% 2 to 5 full years 10% 5 to 10 full years 20% 10 full years or more 30% Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%

HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.

CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows: 5 to 10 full years $600 annually 10 to 15 full years $800 annually 15 full years and over $1,000 annually

RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:

• The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatory contribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire