Equipment Operator I

Work involves the operation of moderately complex equipment utilized in the maintenance and construction of roads and drainage facilities.

**Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.**

**Additional compensation based on licensure.**

Note : These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Operates heavy equipment to include but not limited to: Dump trucks, steel wheel rollers, mixers, front end loaders, skid steer loaders, forklifts, backhoes, hydraulic boom mowers, graders, mini track excavators and other equipment as assigned to complete road construction and maintenance projects.

Operates motor graders in grading and stabilizing roads and shoulders to maintain proper drainage and smooth surface. Performs daily pre-trip inspections, preventive maintenance and minor mechanical maintenance work on assigned equipment. Keeps records and submits reports on work performed, as required. Observes and reports road deficiencies which cannot be corrected within assigned maintenance responsibilities to the immediate supervisor. Answers routine questions for the public.

May be required to also operate, Gradalls, track excavators, bull dozers, low boys, mowers, tractors, and other equipment as necessary to complete operational work requirements.

Additional Duties:

Performs other related work as required, and operate other equipment as assigned to complete road construction and maintenance projects.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of experience in the maintenance and construction of roads and drainage facilities.

A comparable amount of education, training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Drivers License Class "B" and have the ability to obtain a valid Florida Commercial Drivers License Class "A" within six months of employment.

Must possess or obtain within 6 months of employment, certification in "Work Zone Safety" from IMSA, Confined Space Entry Training; OSHA requirements or other certifications as required by work assignment and as directed by the Division Manager.

Considerable knowledge of the effective operation and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and effective precautionary measures necessary to avoid accidents and hazards involved in the use of heavy equipment.

Ability to understand and carry out general instructions, read, write and complete work records.

Ability to communicate effectively with the public.

Ability to maintain equipment in good physical condition sufficient to satisfactorily perform job duties, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.

Ability to deal with the public in an effective and cooperative manner.

One (1) year experience in the operation of moderately heavy construction and maintenance equipment or successful completion of an approved heavy construction equipment training program.

Proficient in word processing and other applicable software.