Heavy Eqmt Oper I – PW Construction Position Available In Brevard, Florida

Heavy Eqmt Oper I•PW Construction Brevard County United States, Florida, Melbourne Jun 18, 2025

Department:

Public Works Department Organizational Unit:

Roadway and Bridge Position Type:

Permanent Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time

CLOSE DATE

07/02/2025 $20.23 to $22.25 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Melbourne. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Performs entry-level crafts and trades work in the operation and routine maintenance of heavy equipment, and may perform related manual labor. Employee may rotate among various pieces of equipment or may be permanently assigned to a specific piece of equipment.

REQUIREMENTS

One (1) year of experience in the operation and routine maintenance of heavy equipment including a front-end loader or rubber-tired backhoe or similar type of excavator, such as a Gradall, used in the construction and maintenance of roads, drainage and sidewalk projects OR six (6) months of on-the-job training within the County in the operation of minor heavy equipment and achieve departmental standards for operating equipment, OR successful completion of a six (6) month heavy equipment operator training program from an accredited school. Successful completion of course work in heavy equipment operation at a post-secondary school may be substituted on a year for year basis for a maximum of one year (1,080 class hours [1 school year] = 1 year of experience; 120 class hours = 1 month of experience). Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. Experience operating a mobile device to document all work through a work management system that includes opening and closing work orders and uploading photos is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s license and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the safe and effective operation of a front-end loader and Gradall Excavator, or other similar excavator, and be able to pass a skills test. This is heavy physical work performed primarily outdoors with exposure to dirt, noise, traffic, moving machinery, water, and extreme weather conditions. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

The employee must be able to:

LIFT:

50 lbs. or more

CARRY:

50 lbs. or more

PUSH:

50 lbs. or more

PULL:

50 lbs. or more In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:

STAND:

1•3 hours

WALK:

1•3 hours

SIT:

5•8 hours

DRIVE:

5•8 hours The employee must repetitively perform: Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver) The employee must be able to: Balance; Bend; Climb; Dig; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Smell; Stoop The employee must have: Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Other; Use of both eyes Other necessary physical activities/traits Must be able to lift sandbags weighing 75 pounds and lift concrete bags weighing 95 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee: At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Other working conditions; With chemicals or solvents; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work outside; Works Closely with Others Other working conditions: N/A