Heavy Equipment Operator - Utilities and Solid Waste

Salary : $43,832.24 - $72,323.20 Annually

Location : 3100 NW Hillman Dr, Jensen Beach FL 34957

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 02040

Department : Utilities and Solid Waste

Division : Maintenance - Water

Opening Date : 02 / 04 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 18 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

SUMMARY

Skilled work in the operation of multipurpose heavy construction and maintenance type equipment relating to maintenance, repair and construction.

This position may require you to have a take-home vehicle for purposes of responding to departmental emergency situations. An employee is covered under the County's auto insurance policy when operating the vehicle in the scope of his or her employment. Employees are encouraged to purchase a rider of endorsement to their personal automobile policy to provide coverage for operating a County vehicle for personal use including driving to and from work.

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.)

Assists in maintaining, repairing and installing utilities infrastructure and features.

Maintains accurate records in conformance with established procedures to ensure projects are completed accurately and according to schedule.

Performs mechanical and preventative maintenance on equipment.

Maintains a daily log sheet of activities.

Acts as crew leader on preventative maintenance as assigned.

Daily assignments may require the operation of the following equipment, but not limited to : Backhoe and front-end loader combination, front end loaders, dump trucks, transport trailers, heavy excavators, bulldozers, graders, diesel pumps, water tankers, vac-truck, sweeper truck, sawblade boom mower, bucket truck, grapple truck and equipment found in the lower classes of Equipment Operator Series.

Operates backhoe and front-end loader combination, air compressor, diesel pump, dump truck, hydraulic pushing machines and tapping machine.

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 traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and effective precautionary measures necessary to prevent accidents.

Knowledge of the hazards involved in the use of heavy equipment and safety precautions to be taken.

Knowledge of internal combustion engines and some skill in their repair.

Skilled in the operation of heavy construction equipment.

Physical strength and agility required to engage in strenuous laboring tasks under varying weather conditions. Available to work exceptional hours due to an emergency.

Ability to read and understand as-built drawings and follow general instructions relating to construction and maintenance operations.

Ability to perform physical work which includes, but is not limited to, climbing ladders, stooping, and lifting objects up to fifty (50) pounds.

Ability to use tools which require a high degree of dexterity.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must possess a High School Diploma or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and two (2) years' experience in the operation of heavy automotive equipment including experience.

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 Commercial Driver's License Class B with air brakes no restrictions on airbrakes and tanker vehicle endorsement at the time of appointment and continue to maintain such license throughout employment in this class.

May need to obtain a ''C'' Collection Technician Certification within eighteen (18) months of appointment based on assignment of area.

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 climbing, balancing, stooping / kneeling, crouching and / or crawling.

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.

ADA / COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This document may be reproduced upon request in an alternative format by contacting the County ADA Coordinator (772) 320-3131, the County Administration Office (772) 288-5400, Florida Relay 711, or by completing our accessibility feedback form at www.martin.fl.us / accessibility-feedback.

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 : $43,832 - $72,323