Equipment Operator III-Streets & Drainage

Salary : $42,286.40 Annually

Location : Panama City, FL

Job Type: Full- Time

Job Number: 2025021301

Department: Public Works

Division: Streets and Drainage

Opening Date: 02/13/2025

Salary: Salary/Hourly wages may be adjusted based upon experience within Step Plan Parameters.

Major Functions

Under the general guidance and leadership of the Director of Public Works, the Equipment Operator III is responsible for the operation of complex and heavy earth moving equipment, accuracy and field knowledge to ensure safety and efficiency. This position requires substantial skill with working in and around fenced areas, alleys, roadways and other areas with limited clearance and requiring caution and navigation abilities at the highest of level. Maintenance of CDL credentials are critical at all times for this position.

This position is designated as an emergency essential position that requires performance of emergency duties and actions to prepare, repair and recover the City before, during and after any adverse storm events (hurricane, tornado, tropical storm, winter storm, severe thunderstorm, flash flooding etc.) or other conditions (natural or manmade).

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Operates heavy grader to small maintainer type grader in finish grading, blading, smoothing roads, cutting slopes, and establishing new grades to fine measurements, elevations, and specifications.
• Operates a lowboy, loads dump truck and trailers, front-end loaders, excavators, mowing machines, concrete truck and various s other construction and automotive equipment.
• Transports equipment to work site, operates all equipment including assisting other operators with all levels of equipment
• Operates rubber tire and track based loader, backhoe, front end loader, dozers, excavators, link belt, etc equipment..
• Act as lead operator within crews in road building operations.
• Operates hydraulically operated excavation equipment such as Gradall, excavator and other types of equipment.
• Fills holes, repairs road shoulders, does ditching and drainage construction with grader, backhoe, excavator, loaders etc.
• Performs daily safety inspections of assigned equipment prior to and after use; performs routine service and maintenance.
• Occasionally may operate a simple flatbed or dump truck, or a variety of minor powered machinery and equipment. May participate generally in the laboring work of the crew as workload demands.
• Lubricates, services, and makes minor inspections and corrections on vehicles in a shop or field.
• Works in trenches or excavations often with water in excavation.
• Knowledge of Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) and work zone safety.
• Directs and flags traffic.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Thorough knowledge of the operation, maintenance, adaptabilities, limitations, and safety precautions of the equipment to which assignment is made.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and use and care of construction equipment.
• Ability to make emergency repairs and to assist in making general repairs of motor driven and other construction equipment.
• Skill in the operation of heavy construction equipment, and knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment over rough terrain and to perform manual labor occasionally under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to establish grades with surveying equipment or instruments.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) and work zone safety.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative, courteous and effective working relationships with other departments, fellow team members, vendors, contractors and the general public.
• General knowledge of the methods, practices and techniques used in the work assigned.
• Ability to work under adverse conditions, (heat, cold, inclement weather) and be able to perform manual type labor (digging, heavy lifting, etc.).
• Ability and willingness to work at heights well above ground level from / out of various types of equipment.
• Ability and desire to comply with all City safety policies and programs in the performance of their work to include, but not limited to, vehicles, equipment, tools and facilities.
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Five (5) years experience in the operation and routine maintenance of heavy, medium and light duty construction vehicles, tools and equipment typical of use within the City.
• CDL Class B License w/ air brakes endorsement.
  
  

A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary

• Occasionally - Lift/Carry: 50 lbs., Push/Pull: 50 lbs., Crawl.Work at Heights, Travers Uneven Terrain
• Frequently - Lift/Carry: 50 lbs. or less, Push/Pull: 50 lbs. or less, Reach Above Shoulder, Reach Outward, Stand, Walk, Climb.
• Constantly - Drive, Handling/Fine Motor Skills, Sit, Twist/Turn.
  
  

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is outside year-round and is constantly exposed to all weather conditions.
  
  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER

These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Panama City Offers a complete benefits package to all full time employees. Below is a list of the benefits offered by the City.

For more detailed information about the benefits please reach out to the Human Resources Department.

WORK/ LIFE INTEGRATION

• 12 Days of Paid Time Off
• 12 Days of Paid Sick leave- 6 may be used for family
• 12 Days of Paid Holidays
• Birthday Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Social Event Outings
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

HEALTH & WELLNESS

• Medical Benefits-Team Member (ZERO cost option available)
• Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)
• Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)
• Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)
• Vision Benefits
• Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Health Savings Account/ Medical FSA
  
  

FINANCIAL WELLNESS

• General Employee Retirement Pension Fund (10% of annual compensation)
• Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services
• City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)
• Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children
• Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
• Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Education Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement
• Job Stability & Security