An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
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Equipment Operator II, Public Works Department SALARY:
$ 19.01 plus benefits
ABOUT COLUMBIA COUNTY
Columbia County is one of Florida's best-kept secrets, with pockets of quiet and peaceful springs. Columbia County is the home of Florida's Springlands, with multiple natural springs, lakes, rivers, and nine beautiful state parks. In 2022, the US Census Bureau QuickFacts estimated Columbia County has a population of 72,000 residents. Columbia County is a southeast sports destination and hosts multiple tournaments and camps. Columbia County requires a diverse and dedicated workforce to provide services for Columbia County residents to live and work and for the visitors who experience our piece of the Florida playground. Consider applying for a position with us today.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is skilled work in the operation of heavy construction equipment. Work in this class involves grading roads, finish grading lime rock, clearing land and right of ways, dredging ponds for fill dirt, excavating ditches, and loading dirt, rock and other materials to be used in maintenance of roads. Most positions in this class require operating heavy equipment on a full time basis; however, some positions involve operating equipment of a lower classification. Work is performed independently in accordance with definite instructions from a superior who reviews work through observation for compliance with work schedules and instructions.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
High School education or G.E.D. and five (5) years experience in equipment operation, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Possession of a valid Florida CDL Class B Driver's license required. Driver's License required; the employee must have a valid driver's license to drive their personal vehicle or a company vehicle as required by the employer to various worksite locations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Operates excavator or gradall, excavating ditches, dredging ponds, and loading materials. Operates bulldozers for clearing land and right of ways, and distributing fill materials. Operates road graders in doing finish grading and grading dirt roads Operates excavator or gradall, excavating ditches, dredging ponds, and loading materials Operates bulldozers for clearing land and right of ways, and distributing fill materials Operates road graders in doing finish grading and grading dirt roads Operates front end loaders for loading materials May participate in performing skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled manual tasks Work may be performed without direct supervision Required to work during a local declared state of emergency
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILTIES
Considerable knowledge of the practices applied to the safe and skillful operation and care of vehicles and equipment. Ability to learn, understand and abide by all traffic laws and county regulations pertaining to the safe operation of vehicles and equipment. Ability to understand and carry out simple oral and written directions. Ability to communicate with fellow employees and the public. Ability to take a teamwork approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed and considering large organization or team goals rather than individual concerns. Columbia County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Columbia County complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Columbia County employs only U.S. citizens and aliens who are authorized to work in the U.S. in compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324B. which requires that all employees present original documentation that establish identity and employment authorization within 3 business days of the date employment begins (also referred to as the hire date). DFWP
