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Boom Mower - Equipment Operator III - R14408
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What they do
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.
$52,448 / year median in Florida
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Department:
Public Works About Our Job Responsible for the operation of heavy equipment used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of utility pipeline, Storm conveyance system and appurtenances. Transport, operate and maintain heavy equipment, vehicles and machines such as backhoes, walking excavators, front-end loaders, dump trucks, boom trucks, sewer vacuuming and flushing trucks and equipment, sewer TV trucks, water transport, delivery trucks, boring machines, tapping machines and other related equipment and machines used in the construction, maintenance and repair of water distribution, wastewater collection, and storm water conveyance systems and their appurtenances. Perform manual labor tasks related to water distribution, wastewater collection, and storm water conveyance system maintenance and repair as required. Perform roadway and right-of-way restoration relating to completed utility maintenance and repairs. Maintain equipment and vehicles as assigned. Complete and submit work orders relating to all work performed in a professional and timely fashion. Respond to emergency situations as required.
Work Hours:
40 Hours Per Week - 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
About You Minimum Qualifications:
At least two (2) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of one or more pieces of the equipment described herein. Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License and the ability to obtain a Class "A" CDL License prior to appointment. Experience in the transport of, operation of and maintenance of heavy equipment, vehicles and machines used in the maintenance and repair of water, wastewater, and stormwater utility systems. Must be able to acquire Right-of-Way and Aquatic Applicator endorsement within one year of hire date.
Preferred Qualifications:
Written and hands-on courses in the operation of heavy equipment, such as backhoes, front-end loaders, dump trucks and sewer cleaning equipment.
Job Competencies:
Knowledge of current industry standards for the safe operation of heavy equipment, vehicles and specialized tools used in the maintenance and repair of water, wastewater, and stormwater utility systems and their appurtenances (backhoe, front-end loader, walking excavators, trencher, boring machines, tap machines, sewer cleaning machines and related equipment). The ability to transport, operate and maintain various types of heavy equipment and vehicles. The ability to understand and follow oral/written instructions.
Physical Demands:
Must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Subject to
Passing Substance Screening:
This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.
About Everything Else Pay:
$17.78 (Step 1) This Posting is currently Open Until Filled