Equipment Operator II (Internal/External)

Job Title

This is a full-time, hourly position that reports to the Superintendent, Area Supervisor, Crew Leader, or designee. The position performs skilled work in the operation of medium public works or sanitation automotive equipment. Duties include performance of manual laboring tasks.

Essential Job Functions

Able to perform all Maintenance Worker and Equipment Operator I job functions. Operates one or more of the following most of the work day on an assigned basis: Asphalt distributor/road widener and light trucks Other similar equipment such as roller, backhoe, payloader and similar equipment Wheel dump truck (tandem dump truck) Skid steer Mini excavator Operates gasoline or other powered machinery such as cement mixers, air hammers, compressors, pumping machinery, saws and etc. Washes, cleans, and gives routine first level maintenance to the equipment. Performs manual laboring tasks as assigned, such as patching, shoulder repair, ditch cleaning, tree trimming, bridge repair, headwall construction and other duties. May be assigned to operate heavier equipment on a trainee basis. Required to assist with emergency support functions (ESF) during emergencies or other related emergency duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of principles and methods of operating medium to heavy construction type equipment. Knowledge of practices, methods, and materials used in public works construction and maintenance activities. Knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to safety and operation of equipment. Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and detect problems with equipment. Ability to perform manual work. Ability to follow, read and understand written and oral instructions. Skill in cleaning and maintaining equipment. Skill in operating medium to heavy equipment. Skill in the use of hand and power tools. Ability to complete daily work sheets accurately. Completion of the eighth (8th) grade. Two (2) years experience in medium/heavy equipment operation and maintenance. Ability to possess and maintain a valid Class "B" Florida Commercial Driver's License. Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over). Acceptable eyesight and hearing (with or without correction). Pulling, pushing. Walking, standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, climbing. Driving. Equipment Operation. Eye, hand, and foot coordination. Works outside in varying weather conditions with dust, vibrations, fumes, and noise.

Benefits

An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Putnam County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families today, and as they plan for their future. Below is a summary of the County Benefits for full-time employees:

Core Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance (up to $50,000) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program (ICMA, Nationwide, & Valic) Flexible Spending Accounts - Putnam County pays the monthly administrative fees. Tuition Assistance Program - Subject to budgetary constraints. Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. Regular, full-time employees are eligible for reimbursement of educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Department for program details. Holidays are as follows: New Year's Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Good Friday Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Veteran's Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day Birthday Holiday - (for Board of County Commissioner employees only) Annual (Vacation) Leave - All regular full-time employees assigned to a 37.50 work week will earn 90 hours to 150 hours, depending on classification and length of service. All regular full-time employees assigned to a 40 hour work week will earn 96 hours to 160 hours, depending on classification and length of service. Note: Leave accruals may differ for bargaining unit employees. Sick Leave - All regular full-time employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 13 days per year. Regular part time employees will accrue sick leave on a pro-rata basis. Note: Leave accruals may differ for bargaining unit employees. Other Benefits Bereavement Leave Cost Saving Incentive Program Employee of the Quarter Program Jury Duty Pay