What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator position at Gilchrist County?
Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator
Gilchrist County has a full-time opening for Equipment Operator. Starting rate of $16.00- $18.00 per hour depending on experience. Heavy lifting may be required. Must be available to work outside in all weather conditions. Duties may include supervising inmates. Applicant must be able to obtain Department of Corrections clearance. This is a full-time position with benefits that will have 6 months probationary period. Applications must include a copy of the required valid Florida License.
Thank you for your interest in employment with Gilchrist County. Some job postings may be posted for other County Constitutional Offices. Each job posting will list the contact person for that position. All applications must be complete with all required documents included or attached. If a question does not apply to you, please indicate with an N/A. Applications are only accepted for open positions. We do not accept resumes in lieu of applications.
Applicants will receive an email once their application has been submitted. Positions are open until filled. Some posted positions may be placed on hold once an adequate number of applications have been accepted. Submitted applications may be used to fill multiple positions. Please do not contact the department directly, to check the status of your application. Failure to comply could result in your application being rejected. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.
Gilchrist County is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Gilchrist County requires pre-employment drug and background screening. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the human resources of the department listed. Notification to the hiring department must be made in advance, to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
All applications must include a copy/photo of driver’s license. Please include all required licenses and or certificates with your application. Please be aware that any omissions, falsifications, or misrepresentations concerning any part of your application may disqualify you for employment consideration.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are considered at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes all required documents as per Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Gilchrist County Full-Time Benefits
Employee only Florida Blue Plan 03559
Vacation and Sick Leave
12 Holidays (8 hours)
$25,000 Life Insurance
If you have any other questions, please contact Tammy Moore, HR Director for Gilchrist County BOCC (352) 463-4617 or trmoore@gilchrist.fl.us
Salary : $16 - $18
