EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Job TitleEmployees in this classification perform skilled work in the operation of construction maintenance and service equipment.An employee in this class is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of specialized equipment requiring considerable training in proper methods, procedures and techniques. Work may be hazardous and requires a high degree of mental alertness and independent judgment. Assignments are received in the form of verbal or written general work orders or in detailed instruction accompanied with prepared plans. Work is performed under close supervision of the Crew Leader, Foreman or Director. Position will be required to be on call, including nights, holidays and weekends.Essential functions include:Operates various types of construction, maintenance and service equipment, including, but not necessarily limited to, bulldozers, motor graders, hoists, cranes, backhoe, loader or combination units, asphalt spreaders, pavers or rollers.Equipment may be in fixed locations, wheeled, tracked or trailer vehicle mounted, and may be designed for multi-purpose use and utilize various special attachments.Operates specialized equipment such as hoists, bucket trucks, vacuum and pressure cleaning units, (e.g. Vactor Trucks) work barges and aquatic harvester units.Operates light equipment according to the requirements of assigned tasks, e.g., power saws, cutters, drills, rams, spreaders, pressure injectors or sprayers. Provides preventative maintenance adjustments and maintains lubrication service schedules of assigned equipment and appurtenances.Reads, interprets and follows plans and line drawings. Follows established line or grade controls.Prepares and maintains required records and reports.Performs and/or assists in grounds maintenance activities, e.g., re-sodding, grading, lining.Requires regular attendance to scheduled work shifts.Minimum qualifications include: High school diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience operating various types of medium construction and service equipment. State of Florida Class B Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement. Preferred: Level 3 Distribution System Operator License.Hiring incentive: $1,500 - $750 at hiring and $750 after the successful completion of the 6 month probationary period.Benefits include:The City currently contributes 100% of the employee cost and 50% of the dependent cost for participating in the City's medical plan, which is a High Deductible Health Plan. You may elect to establish an HSA with this plan, to which the City will contribute $750 annually, and an additional $250 upon completion of an employee wellness examination each year. The City also contributes 100% of the employee cost of the Dental HMO (DHMO) Plan. City contributions are for the current plan year and are subject to change. Buy-up medical and dental plans are also available.Florida Retirement SystemThe City provides full-time employees with $50,000 of basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.Short and long-term disability, vision, voluntary employee, spousal and dependent life insurance, identity theft, legal assistance, and other supplemental insurance plans are also available to you at group rates. Specific benefit information can be obtained through the Human Resources Department. You will become eligible for benefits on the first day of the month following 30 days of service.In addition to the above benefits, you will also earn paid time off (PTO) of 144 hours annually, which is accrued bi-weekly. After six (6) months of continuous service, PTO may be taken as earned and is retroactive to your start date.Location: 3650 Northeast 12th Avenue Oakland Park, Florida, 33334