Equipment Operator - Public Works

Job Title

Under general supervision, performs specialized work in the operation of one (1) or more less complex motorized heavy equipment. Is responsible for performing semi-skilled and skilled work on construction, maintenance and repair projects for the applicable department.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

ALL REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE SUBMITTED APPLICATION.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• One (1) year experience in at least one (1) or more of the following;
  • Operation and maintenance of assigned equipment,
  • Handling of multi-speed trucks and some heavy construction equipment;
• Possession of a valid Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without "L" restriction issued by the State of Florida.

• Experience in supervision of labor crews.

Essential Functions

• Performs a variety of maintenance tasks including, but not limited to, grading roads and other sites, trimming and removing brush and debris from roadside, mowing, planting trees, erecting road signs, hanging informational banners, removing and installing new concrete sidewalks and multipurpose trails.
• Operates one (1) or more less complex units of motorized light or heavy equipment involved in the construction and maintenance of roadways, parks, bicycle paths, and other Town-owned sites including, but not limited to, front-end loaders, power lawn mowers, street sweeper-rollers, backhoes, heavy dump trucks, side mowers, water trucks, graders skid-steers, grapple trucks, bucket truck, soil compactors, and vacuum trucks.
• If assigned to the Parks and Recreation Department, may prepare athletic fields and other facilities for use by participants.
• Performs minor maintenance and related care of equipment used.
• Transports materials and supplies to various work sites.
• Attends courses, conferences, and seminars to maintain current knowledge of trends in heavy equipment operation.
• Performs other related work as required.