Equipment Operator

Under direction, the purpose of the position is to perform skilled maintenance and construction work through the operation of heavy equipment and machinery. Employee possesses journeyman knowledge of various public services construction, repair and maintenance activities policies and procedures. Employee performs all work according to established safety standards, codes and regulations applicable to the work. Employee works with independence and limited supervision, and functions in a lead capacity in the absence of a supervisor.

• Operates complex and heavy mechanical equipment.
• Daily work order planning, completion of work orders, scheduling projects, running a crew, and speaking to residents in person or over the phone.
• Performs routine safety inspections of operating equipment and mechanical systems.
• Operates a wide variety of construction equipment and tools; operates various standard hand-held manual, electrical, and gas powered tools and equipment; operates a variety of specialized specific tools and equipment.
• Performs routine to complex maintenance and repairs on structures, facilities, equipment, street signs, sidewalks, bicycle paths and other City property.
• Performs inspections, maintenance repairs and construction of Public Works facilities.
• Prepares and performs various special projects, e.g., painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, underground utilities, paving, pavement marking, road signs.
• Identifies and reports any detected deterioration, repair needs, and maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Acts as Crew Leader to subordinate personnel in the absence of a supervisor.
• Schedules and plans tasks for crews and notifications of customers.

High School Diploma or GED. Three (3) to four (4) years of responsible experience in Public Works/construction, to include two (2) years experience in the operation of heavy equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must posses and maintain a valid Class "B" Florida Commercial Drivers License. Must possess and maintain Department of Transportation Zone Intermediate Certificate.

Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office or meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe work place practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations, and traffic signals when driving.