Heavy Equipment Operator; Stormwater

Heavy Equipment (Storm Water)

ISSUE DATE: 05.19.2026

CLOSING DATE: 06.19.2026

LOCATION: Publix Works Storm Water

Regular Full-Time Non-Exempt Vacancy

Anticipated Hiring Range: $20.30 - $26.60

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The purpose of this job/class within the organization is to safely operate and maintain the heavy equipment to support City facility maintenance operations.

This job/class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

• Operates heavy equipment including clam truck, hydraulic excavator, backhoes, front-end loader, asphalt patch truck, and bulldozers or other equipment in support of citywide maintenance and construction activities.
• Transports required equipment to the job site; assists in the loading and unloading of materials and equipment transported to the work site.
• Flushes drain pipes, cleans drain basins, cleans sewer lines, and jets through pipes; operates pumps of various sizes.
• Assists other departments in scheduled and emergency operations and all other requested work within safe operation of the equipment.
• Consults procedural documentation including vehicle manuals and maintenance manuals to ensure work is performed correctly.
• Maintains records including vehicle maintenance and gas receipts to document actions taken.
• Conducts routine minor maintenance of vehicles/equipment; maintains vehicles and equipment in a neat, clean and orderly fashion.

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in heavy equipment maintenance or operations or closely related field.

Requires six months experience in heavy equipment operations or closely related experience.

Use the resume tab to upload all required licenses and required certificates/ degrees with your application before the job posting closes.

Requires a Class A commercial driver's license, with air brakes and tanker endorsement required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Position is subject to being "on call" and working after normal City work hours as well as on weekends and holidays.

We offer more than competitive pay - we provide long-term stability, professional growth, and meaningful community impact.

• 36-hour full-time workweek
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous paid leave accrual
• Volunteer Time Off

• Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Employer-funded retirement contributions
• Deferred compensation (457) options

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and supplemental options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness initiatives

• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and development opportunities
• Career advancement within municipal government

Join us and experience a career where you're supported, appreciated, and empowered to succeed.

Veteran Preference in appointment will be given to those eligible.

To be eligible for Veteran Preference, you must furnish a Department of Defense document, commonly known as form DD-214 (Member 4 Copy recommended) or military discharge papers or equivalent certification from the DVA, listing military status, dates of service and discharge type BEFORE CLOSING DATE OF THE JOB POSTING. Please redact the social security number and date of birth information from all documents submitted.

In addition, the disabled veteran shall also furnish a document from the Department of Defense, the DVA, or the Department certifying that the veteran has a service-connected disability.

If you require accommodation because of a disability to participate in the application/selection process, you must notify the Human Resources Department at  at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) before the meeting or activity.

We are proud to be a Drug-free, Smoke-free, and Equal Opportunity Employer!