Heavy Equipment Operator WW

Job TitleThe purpose of the class is to operate mobile equipment and perform skilled work in support of City maintenance operations. The class is responsible for operating light to heavy mobile equipment, minor equipment maintenance, assisting and supporting City facility and area maintenance, and minor administrative tasks. The class works according to some procedures, but decides how and when to do things under general supervision.Essential Job FunctionsOperates mobile equipment to transport materials, tools, equipment, and personnel to job sites and to remove debris or other materials from job sites in support of plant operations, maintenance and/or repair of infrastructure.Operates specialized mobile equipment to support City operations such as utilities construction and repair, concrete laying, and other specialized operations.Monitors truck, tractors, tools and equipment and ensures for the proper operation of equipment used. Reports major malfunction to supervisor and services equipment to ensure proper operation.Operates hand and power tools and equipment to support maintenance operations such as weed cutting, debris removal, grass cutting, digging or filling, portable pumps and other maintenance tasks.Inspects equipment and performs minor maintenance; reports malfunctions to supervisor.Troubleshoots and repairs the sprayfield infrastructure and associated facilities.Reads and interprets plans and drawings and uses this information to perform job tasks.Performs minor administrative tasks such as completing job-related logs and forms, answering phones, or providing information.Performs simple clerical tasks. Maintain hauling manifests.Performs assigned duties as needed and requested.Minimum RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED.Must be able to run various equipment with minimal instructionRequires a valid State of Florida Driver's License and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.Must obtain a Class A CDL permit within 3 months of hire. Must obtain a Class A CDL license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire.Special skills or additional equipment certification may be required.BenefitsHealth Insurance: Health Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Employees may elect a PPO or HMO plan. Provider is BCBS of Florida.Dental Insurance: Dental Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Employees may elect a PPO or HMO plan. Provider is Mutual of Omaha.Vision Insurance: Vision Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Provider is Mutual of Omaha.Employee Wellness Center: Free to employees, dependents, and retirees who are enrolled in the City's health insurance. The EWC provides free onsite Health Risk Assessments, doctor appointments, basic lab work, and some generic prescriptions.Retirement: A (401A) non-contributory defined contribution pension is provided for general employees. The City contributes 5%. Certified Police employees join the Chapter 185 Plan which requires employees contribute a predetermined percent into the plan. Certified Fire employees participate in a plan which exceeds the requirements of Chapter 175 and which requires employees contribute a predetermined percent into the plan. All employees may elect to tax defer an amount allowed by the IRS to a 457 deferred compensation accountLife Insurance: $50,000.00 policy - 50% at age 70 for general employees, police and fire - 100% premium paid.Bereavement Leave: 24 hours of leave with pay.Holidays: 11 paid holidays.PTO Sell Back program: Employees are eligible to sell PTO time back to the City, a maximum of 2 times per fiscal year for a total of 160 hours. Employees can only sell back as much PTO time as they have actually used in the previous 12 months. Employees covered by a CBA may sell time a maximum established by their written bargaining agreement.Computer Purchase: The City will finance the employee's purchase of an approved computer system up to $1,000.00. Total of loan divided by 39 payroll deductions.Fitness Programs: The City will pay 50% payment of the monthly fee for the employee and spouse for one fitness center each. Participating centers are: Not the Norm Crossfit, Planet Fitness, Anytime Fitness, and Infinity Fitness.Safety Shoes: The City will pay up to $150.00 per year for the cost of one pair of approved safety shoes/boots for those positions requiring safety shoes/boots.