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SW Transport Department:

Solid Waste Department Organizational Unit:

Disposal Position Type:

Permanent Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time Open Until Filled.

REQUIREMENTS

: One (1) year of experience in the operation and routine maintenance of heavy equipment; OR six (6) months of on-the-job training within the County in the operation of minor heavy equipment and must be able to achieve departmental standards for operating the equipment; OR successful completion of a six (6) month heavy equipment operator training program from an accredited school. Completion of course work in heavy equipment operation at an accredited post-secondary school may be substituted on a year for year basis for a maximum of one (1) 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

: Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License with a tanker endorsement and maintain said license and endorsement during the term of employment. Must take a verbal proficiency test and demonstrate the ability to safely operate one (1) of the following types of minor heavy equipment: Compactor, Track Hoe, Rubber Tire Excavator, Dozer, and/or Loader. Must complete all of the Brevard County Mandatory Training for the Development of New Employees classes within nine (9) months of employment. 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. $21.23 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Sarno Disposal Facility. Work schedule is variable and includes evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Performs skilled 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. This position is part of an established career ladder. Brevard County, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Brevard County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, political ideas, or disability in employment or in the provision of services.