What are the responsibilities and job description for the OPS HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR position at State of Florida?
Requisition No : 839601
Agency : Environmental Protection
Working Title : OPS HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - 37940293
Pay Plan : Temp
Position Number : 37940293
Salary : $18.00 hrly
Posting Closing Date : 01 / 07 / 2025
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OPS HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
OPS Job Vacancy
Open Competitive
Closing date : 11.01.2024
Our Organization and Mission :
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida's natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.
The Work You Will Do :
OPS HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR -37940293
Part Time - 30 hours a week.
An opportunity is anticipated for a self-motivated, hard-working individual, with strong mechanical maintenance experience and heavy equipment operation skills to fill an OPS Heavy Equipment Operator position for the Florida Park Service at Wekiva River Basin Geo State Park in Apopka Florida.
Contact : Jordan Raymond , APM; 407.553.4376 or
Cell : 321.229.8375.
Jordan.Raymond@FloridaDEP.gov
The Difference You Will Make :
Florida state parks are managed and preserved for enjoyment by all through providing appropriate resource-based recreational opportunities, interpretation and education that help visitors connect to the Real Florida. SM
How You Will Grow :
DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.
Where You Will Work :
Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Cir
Apopka FL 32712
With emerald springs feeding the Wekiwa River and lush tropical hammocks, this unique park just minutes from downtown Orlando is perfect for observing abundant wildlife or cooling off on a summer day.
Miles of trails beg to be explored on foot, bike or horseback, and canoes and kayaks are available on-site. It's easy to see why visitors have been flocking to beautiful Wekiwa Springs since the mid-19th century.
Click on the link to preview this beautiful park :
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida :
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes :
- Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements
- For more details consult with People First at 877-562-7287 or go to :
- Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan;
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Pay : 18.00 per hour
Your Specific Responsibilities :
This position will work along with the Park Service Specialist and independently in the field in remote locations prepping fire lines throughout Wekiva River Basin Geo State Parks. This position also conducts mechanical treatment of overgrown habitat with a John Deer Tractor with mowing and disking attachments.
Incumbent will be operating equipment and vehicles, such as chain saws, tractors, bulldozers, tree cutters, and mowers. Will ensure proper operation of vehicles, equipment and tools. Cleans and services all vehicles, equipment and tools. Ensure repairs are made to equipment, either by a repair shop or in-house. Perform routine maintenance on all park equipment (oil changes, greasing, filter changes, etc.). Secures all tools, vehicles and equipment. Completes and submits monthly vehicle logs.
Performs other related duties as required including but not limited to completing daily routine (checking well and maintain, car counters, empty trashcans, etc.), maintaining visitor areas and trails, facility maintenance and assisting throughout Wekiva River Basin Geo State Parks as needed.
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DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses :
HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and / or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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