HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

Salary : $42,719.07 - $63,234.98 Annually
Location : Miramar, FL
Job Type: Trade/Skilled Labor
Department: Utilities
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: 8/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Job Summary
Bargaining Group: GAME/Civil Service

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

**INTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS A GRADE 09**
This skilled position operates heavy equipment in the installation, maintenance, and repair of various municipal systems and related infrastructure. Performs work in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations, standards of quality and safety. Reports to a designated Field Supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Operates a backhoe, loader, grader, cement mixer, grinder, bulldozer, etc., in the construction, maintenance and repair of municipal systems and related infrastructure.
• Utilizes various hand, power, and concrete tools. Exercises care and safety in the use and maintenance of required tools and equipment.
• Inspects equipment for proper operation; performs routine cleaning, maintenance, and minor repair work on equipment as necessary.
• Assists other division personnel with various manual labor tasks as assigned.
• Performs work in compliance with policies and procedures, specifications, schedules, and standards of quality and safety.
• Receives and responds to inquiries and complaints from customers.
• Receives, reviews, prepares and/or submits various records and reports including vehicle maintenance reports, work orders, blueprints, daily reports, location sheets, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, and the public.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and 3 years of experience in construction and/or equipment operation, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must possess a valid Florida Class "A" CDL license.
• If assigned to the Utilities Department, must possess a valid Florida Level 3 Water Distribution license.
• Must complete OSHA confined space trench/shoring training within 6 months of hire.

Position Requirements/Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the methods and practices of operating heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of underground infrastructure and related systems.
• Skill operating heavy equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment.
• Ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner.
• Ability to demonstrate a polite, helpful, and courteous manner when engaged with the public.
• Ability to operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the general public and colleagues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Requires moderate physical effort including lifting up to 50 pounds. May require frequent crouching, kneeling, bending, and stooping. Frequent periods of standing or walking may be required.
GENERAL BENEFITS:

The City of Miramar provides benefits for its permanent full-time and part-time employees. Benefits will differ dependent upon the job classification and representation, which include union and unrepresented. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the City of Miramar Human Resources Department.

Vacation
Permanent full-time employees earn up to ten days of vacation during their first year of employment. Accrual begins from the first month of employment, but cannot be used until after the third month of employment.

Permanent part-time employees have the opportunity to earn vacation after the completion of one year of continuous service.

Sick Leave
Permanent full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of one day per month. Accrual begins from the first month of employment, but cannot be used until after the third month of employment.

Permanent part-time employees have the opportunity to earn sick leave after the completion of one year of continuous service.

Health Plan
The City currently provides medical coverage through Aetna. The City pays the health insurance premium for the employee and 50% of the premium for dependents.

Permanent full-time employees have the option of electing coverage from three plans: Health Network Only Plan (HMO), High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with HSA and Open Access Managed Choice Plan (POS).

Permanent part-time employees have the option of electing coverage from two plans: Health Network Only Plan (HMO) and the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
The City also offers Dental coverage through Delta Dental.

Pension (Defined Benefit Plan)

Permanent full-time employees are automatically enrolled in one of the City sponsored pension plans, which are funded by mandatory City and employee contributions. The Plan provides a guaranteed income, based on years of service, to its members upon retirement.
457(b) Plan (Deferred Compensation Plan)

Employees can elect to participate in this Plan, which enables the employee the option of deferring compensation on a pretax basis, not to exceed the applicable limits established by the IRC.

Employee Assistance Program
The City of Miramar provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as:

• Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions
• Marriage or Family Relationships
• Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care
• Alcohol and Drug Abuse

Child Care Provider Discounts
As a City of Miramar employee, you may be eligible to receive a discount on tuition and/or registration fees from one of the City's childcare centers.

Flexible Spending Account
The City offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's that provide employees the ability to make pree-tax payroll deposits to be used for the following expenses:

• Medical - Qualified out-of-pocket medical, dental and vision expenses
• Dependent Care Reimbursement - Qualified childcare or dependent care expenses

Additional Benefits:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Direct Deposit
• Long Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• AFLAC

CITY HOLIDAYS

• New Year's Eve (½ Day)
• New Year's Day
• President's Day
• Martin Luther King's Birthday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veteran's Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Day after Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve (½ Day)
• Christmas Day
• Floating Holidays (by position)

01


Are you currently a City of Miramar employee?

• Yes
• No

02


Are you a City of Miramar resident?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you possess a valid State of Florida Class "A" CDL license?

• Yes
• No

04


Please indicate your highest level of completed education. (A copy of your diploma and/or degree must be attached to your application.)

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or above
• None of the above

05


Do you possess a valid Florida Level 3 Water Distribution license? (supporting documents must be attached)

• Yes
• No

06


Do you have three (3) years of experience in construction and/or equipment operation? (Be sure this experience is documented on your official application.)

• Yes
• No

07


How many years experience do you possess?

• Less than 3yrs
• 3-4
• 5-7
• 8-10
• 10+

08


Position operates and maintains various equipment, vehicles and tools. Do you have experience with the following? (Please check all that apply)

• Backhoe
• Loader
• Bulldozer
• Cement Mixer
• Grinder
• Grader

09


Are you able to lift, carry, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 40 pounds or more?

• Yes
• No

10


The position may require you to receive and respond to after-hours emergency calls. Would you be available to receive and respond to after- hour calls?

• Yes
• No

11


City of Miramar employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties. Are you able to be on call for any emergency situation and to perform emergency service duties as assigned?

• Yes
• No

12


Please consent to the following statement:I have reviewed and attached all supporting documents (license, certification etc.) required for this position.

• Yes
• No

Required Question