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Construction & Skilled Trades

Equipment Operator Heavy

•Streets and Stormwater

Equipment Operator Heavy

•Streets and Stormwater

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City Of Orlando

Orlando, FL, USA

Published:

9/7/2026

Construction & Skilled Trades | Full time Salary Range

$19.91

•25.38

Job Posting End Date

•Applications will no longer be accepted starting

Job Summary Performs skilled work in the operation of complex construction/maintenance equipment. An employee in this class is responsible for performing tasks of more than average difficulty involving the safe operation and routine maintenance of assigned equipment. Tasks, at times, are performed under hazardous conditions and employees are expected to be particularly alert and careful. Under general supervision, employees are required to exercise initiative and independent judgment in completing assigned tasks. Work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion by observation and through results obtained.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED; two (2) years of experience in the operation of assigned equipment required; or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience. Must be able to read, write, and follow instructions. Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B or higher required prior to employment.

Definition:

Complex, large equipment that normally requires formal and/or extensive training averaging three (3) months. Equipment is normally transported or operated on public roadways sometimes requiring a small crew. The consequence of errors can be major in terms of cost or repairs and damage to both public and private property and equipment. There is a chance of major injury to other employees and citizens. Excavator

Tractor Loader-Backhoe, Large

High Velocity Cleaner with Sewer Vacuum Trailer

Large Draglines

Truck Crane

Well Drilling Rig

Bulldozer

Fifth Wheel Tractor Truck w/Lowboy Transport Trailer

Motor Grader

Fifth Wheel Tractor Truck w/Sludge Trailer, 15 cubic yards

Accessory Equipment

•Sludge Press Equipment

Sweeper, Street

Bucket Machine, Hydraulic

Front End Loader, over 3 cubic yards

Dump Truck (17 cubic yards) with attached trailer with skid loader (GVW rating of 81,500 lbs.)

3rd Axle Dump Truck

Concrete Transit Mixer Important:

To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062. If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows: Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;

Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;

Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or

Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.