Equipment Operator-Public Works

Salary : $41,351.17 - $68,229.43 Annually

Location : Stuart, FL 34996

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 02014

Department : Public Works

Division : Field Operations

Opening Date : 12 / 18 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

SUMMARY

Semi-skilled and skilled work in the operation of moderately complex public works equipment. Duties include performance of manual laboring tasks.

In the event of a natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee may be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES / KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Note : The listed duties are illustrative only and are not intended to describe each and every function, which may be performed in the job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)

May operate one or more of the following over the workday :

A. Farm tractor with flat mower or boom mower

B. Dump truck

C. Garbage Truck (End Loader)

D. Flat Bed Truck

E. Tractor mower or truck tractor

F. ULV machines, Pumps, Generators, etc.

G. Other similar equipment

Occasionally operates smaller equipment and other light equipment.

Operates heavier equipment on a temporary, emergency or trainee basis.

Washes and cleans and gives routine first echelon maintenance to the equipment.

Performs manual laboring tasks as assigned.

Performs work related to this job description as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Note : The knowledge, skills, and abilities identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Knowledge of the operating and repair characteristics of medium and heavy public works equipment.

Knowledge of the component parts, operating principles and maintenance needs of medium and heavy equipment.

Knowledge of traffic laws and other regulations governing the operation of equipment.

Skill in the operation of moderately complex construction and transportation equipment

Ability to service various types of relatively heavy equipment.

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Physical strength and agility sufficient to operate equipment over rough terrain and to perform manual labor occasionally under adverse weather conditions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must possess a High School Diploma or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and one (1) year experience in the operation and routine maintenance of the type of equipment of primary assignment. Final decision of appointment to the job will be based on applicant's ability to physically operate, drive and perform the illustrated tasks inscribed herein.

Additional qualifying education and / or experience which provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted one for the other on a year for year basis.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :

Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License Class C, D, or E at time of hire.

Possession of CDL-B with tank vehicle endorsement and no restrictions on air brakes preferred at time of hire.

Must obtain CDL-B with tank vehicle endorsement and no restriction on air brakes within ninety (90) days of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / ADA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT / EEO STATEMENT

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.

Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)

Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)

Ability to sit for long periods of time.

Ability to lift up to eighty (80) pounds.

Ability to perform tasks requiring physical strength and endurance occasionally under adverse weather conditions.

Ability to use hands to fingers; handle or feel; operate tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.

Occasional balancing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, carrying, handling.

Frequent walking, climbing, standing, turning, bending, lifting, feeling, repetitive hand motion, holding / flagging.

Very frequent speaking, depth perception use, working speed, driving (vehicle / equip / other), hand / wrist movement.

Constant hearing, seeing, color vision use.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

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.

Work is performed primarily outdoors.

Occasionally dirty, working around vibrations, exposed to electrical hazards.

Frequently noisy, exposed to insects, working on irregular surfaces.

Constantly hot, humid, dry, wet, working with adequate lighting and ventilation, moving objects / machinery, working with / around others.

ADA / COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

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EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Florida Blue - Blue Options Medial Plan & PPO Dental :

• Employee only $80.69 (26 pay periods)
• Employee Family $201.96 (26 pay periods)

The Employee Wellness Center may be utilized by all covered employees and their covered dependents at no cost.

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Annual Funding :

Additional Insurance Plans :

Vision

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Aflac

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Additional Benefits :

12 - Paid Holiday's annually

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

If you indicated that you are claiming veterans preference, please select Yes. Veterans must have been honorably discharged as indicated on their DD214 to be eligible for preference. Please submit a DD214 along with this application. If a DD214 is not submitted, you have five (5) business days to provide documentation.

Are you a current employee of Martin County, current active volunteer for Martin County, current active intern for Martin County or performing work through temporary agency, ReSource, for services to Martin County?

Please list the highest education you possess :

Please select the driver's license you possess :

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Salary : $41,351 - $68,229