Equipment Operator

Job Title

Skilled and manual work operating a backhoe, loader, forklifts, bobcat, roller, dump truck, Vac-con truck and tack machine, depending on assigned department. Work is performed under general supervision. Hours of work are 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Punctuality and regular attendance are essential functions of this position.

Essential Job Duties

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Operate backhoe, loader, forklifts, bobcat, roller, dump truck, Vac-con truck and tack machine and other construction equipment as assigned.
• Repair water and sewer leaks or perform asphalt and concrete removal, grading, loading trucks with road material and various tasks involving heavy equipment, depending on assigned department.
• Assist in repairing asphalt, concrete, storm pipes and other repairs as assigned.
• Perform assigned manual labor activities.
• Assist Crew Leader in setting up laser and/or conventional alignment grading devices.
• Assist with other assigned tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate or recognized GED. Two years of verifiable work experience operating backhoe, loader, forklifts, bobcat, roller, dump truck, Vac-con truck and tack machine and other construction equipment in a related field.

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License, Class B, CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements or obtain it within six months of the hire date, excluding Parks Maintenance Division which requires a valid Florida Driver's License

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential physical skills: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over). Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction, acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid). Walking, standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, driving equipment operation. Environmental conditions: Works inside and/or outside in various weather conditions with dust and/or below ground level.

Selection Guidelines: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.

Benefits

Full-time employees of the City of Delray Beach are provided with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a defined pension plan, and much more. Benefit coverage varies by employee group.