Equipment Operator - Water & Wastewater Services

Requirements And Preferences

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Equipment Operator - Water & Wastewater Services
Please Note:
This announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.

Requirements And Preferences

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Equipment Operator - Water & Wastewater Services
Please Note:
This announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.
The Equipment Operator must be able to drive large trucks and be proficient in the use of heavy equipment, including but not limited to, Front-end Loader, Skid-steer Loader, Forklift, Dump Truck, Vacuum Truck, Tractor Trailer, and other equipment as assigned. Must show proficiency on all assigned pieces of equipment within six (6) months. Additional duties include completing daily paper-work, work-orders, demonstrating good communication skills, and being a team player.
General Description
Performs skilled work in the operation of large vehicles and equipment.
Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.


Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Requires one (1) year experience operating heavy equipment related to area of assignment.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License for duration of appointment
Candidates selected for interviews may be required to demonstrate their ability to operate various equipment utilized by the Public Works and Environmental Services Department – Water & Wastewater Operations Division. All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check, including fingerprinting. Per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 1542, all employees (depending on area of assignment) must undergo a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA) in order to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Ability to obtain and maintain Airfield driving privileges for movement and non-movement areas. The Department operates under a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.
Preferences

• Associate's Degree in Engineering or any related field; or vocational school certification in crane operation or any related field.
• Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License
• At least (1) year of experience as demonstrated in the WWS Practical Skills Exam:
  Proficiency in operating a CDL Class “A” Vehicle.
• At least (1) year of experience as demonstrated in the WWS Practical Skills Exam:
  Proficiency in operating a Front-end Loader.
• At least (1) year of experience as demonstrated in the WWS Practical Skills Exam:
  Proficiency in operating a Backhoe.
• At least (1) year of experience as demonstrated in the WWS Practical Skills Exam:
  Proficiency in operating a Crane.
• At least (1) year of experience as demonstrated in the WWS Practical Skills Exam:
  Proficiency in operating a Vacuum Truck.