EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Equipment OperatorJoin the Florida Department of Transportation and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility, and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration. Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state's communities.The work you will do:Operate small and medium-sized equipment, perform maintenance and assist with repairs on equipment.Perform minor maintenance and servicing work in connection with any type of equipment operated and assist in the repairs of this equipment; check and add fluids, check/adjust brakes, maintain proper air pressure in all tires, etc.Clean and wash equipment.After obtaining the required Instructional CDL permit or license, operate vehicles and a variety of small and medium equipment that may include, but not limited to; dump truck, front end loader, skid steer loader, grader, lift equipment, small bulldozer and asphalt repair truck while performing bridge and roadway maintenance.Supervise Department of Corrections inmates crew performing maintenance activities. Oversee crews performing maintenance activities.Use a variety of hand, pneumatic, and electrical tools to maintain bridges and roadways.Perform independent manual labor incidental to job assignments with minimal supervision.Perform tree trimming, rough carpentry, masonry, painting and/or assist in the assembly and erection of highway signs.Perform Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic).Assist with crew activity reports as needed.The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities:Knowledge of mathematical calculations and standard safety rules and procedures.Skills in operating a variety of hand and power tools and operating and performing minor maintenance on small/medium equipment and vehicles.Ability to operate a variety of heavy equipment, read and understand job related materials and fill out reports and forms, maintain and repair highways, bridges, and/or other highway structures, communicate both verbally and in writing, including following oral/written instructions, develop and maintain effective working relationships with others, lift, carry, and handle up to 50 pounds, stoop, climb, squat, push, pull, crawl, or bend on a frequent basis, work outdoors in various weather conditions, on various terrains and at various heights or in high volume traffic, work independently, and stand for an extended period of time.Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements:Possess a valid Class "E" Driver's License and obtain a Class "B" CDL Instructional Permit within 60 days of appointment to position and obtain a valid Class "B" CDL with air brakes within 10 months of appointment to the position.Obtain certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) – Intermediate Level within one year and maintain it.Other Job-Related Requirements:Due to the nature of this position, incumbent must respond to emergencies when necessary.While on-duty status, the positions' incumbent must be readily available to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) consistent with the type of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) the incumbent is required to possess, or on a routine basis performs other CMV safety-sensitive functions.The incumbent of this position is required to work with or around Department of Corrections inmates. The incumbent must satisfactorily pass a criminal background check to work with or around Department of Corrections inmates. The incumbent must successfully obtain and maintain training, certification, a satisfactory criminal background check, and any additional requirements provided by the Department of Corrections in order to supervise inmates.Minimum Qualifications:Requires one year of experience operating small/medium equipment and vehicles. A Class "E" driver's license is required at time of hire. A CDL Class "B" License Instructional Permit is required within 60 days of appointment to position and obtain a CDL Class "B" license with air brakes within 10 months of appointment.The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: health insurance (over 90% employer paid), $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid), dental, vision and supplemental insurances, State of Florida retirement package, 10 paid holidays a year, generous vacation and sick leave, career advancement opportunities, tuition waiver for public college courses, a variety of training opportunities, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).