What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Village of Palm Springs, FL?

Salary : $49,440.00 Annually

Location : Palm Springs, FL

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 0636

Department : Utilities

Opening Date : 11 / 06 / 2024

SUMMARY

Performs skilled advanced work operating complex heavy construction and maintenance equipment in the performance of assigned duties. An employee in a position assigned to this classification is responsible for safe operation of the equipment. Responsibilities include performing routine safety checks and maintenance of the equipment as necessary. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Utilities Field Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Operates complex heavy equipment such as : dragline, motor grader, front-end loader, crane, backhoe, excavator and off-road tractor trailer.
Performs or supervises loading and unloading of heavy equipment.
May supervise assigned equipment operators or work crew on a project basis.
Operates assigned equipment to excavate ditches or canals. Loads materials, such as sand or rock on trucks.
Performs more difficult finishing and grading operations to engineering specifications.
Drives and maneuvers tractor trailers on yard dog for hauling and disposal operations.
Performs routine safety inspection of assigned equipment.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the

work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this classification.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess high school diploma or GED plus two (2) to three (3) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy automotive, construction, or maintenance equipment, or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience. Possession and maintenance of a valid Florida Driver's License and a Class B CDL with tanker endorsement. Possess, or obtain within 12 months of hire, and maintain a Florida MOT Certification. Possess, or obtain within 12 months of hire, and maintain a Florida Stormwater, Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge and skill in the operation, maintenance, and use of medium to heavy automotive equipment and motor driven tools.

Knowledge of basic safety precautions and the occupational hazards connected with the use of moderately complex to heavy automotive equipment.

Knowledge of traffic and other regulations governing the use of equipment throughout the assigned work area.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved in the safety precautions necessary in the operation of equipment.

Knowledge of routine maintenance procedures for automotive equipment.

Skill in the operation of heavy and specialized motorized equipment.

Ability to issue oral instruction and provide direction and oversight to project work crews.

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

The Village of Palm Springs offers a complete benefits package.

PROBATION :

All positions serve a (6) six month probationary period

PENSION PLAN : FRS (Florida Retirement System)

Mandatory 3% employee contribution of your gross salary

Fully vested after eight (8) years

HOLIDAYS :

We have 14 paid holidays per year. Police Holiday is paid or comp'd at ten (10) hours for holiday except birthday which is at 8 hours. Birthday is an additional paid holiday but must be requested approved by supervisor, and taken in the same week as the birthday occurs.

PERSONAL LEAVE TIME :

Accrues weekly from hire date at the rate depending on length of time in service. PLT may be used, paid, after six (6) months.

Medical Insurance

Cigna Open Access Premier

Cigna Open Access Base Plan

Dental Insurance

Humana Traditional Preferred DPPO Plan

Vision Insurance

Humana Insight Vision Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health and Dependent Care

Employee Assistance Program

An Employee Assistance Program offers covered employees and family members free and convenient access to a range of confidential and professional services to help address a variety of problems that may negatively affect employee or family member's well-being.

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Long Term Disability

Supplemental Insurance

Allstate Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Salary : $49,440

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