Equipment Operator

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Equipment Operator (Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division).

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THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECIEVED AND MAY CLOSE ANY TIME.

The Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division (HBMD) maintains and improves the Countys roadway systems operates and maintains drawbridges and oversees mosquito control operations. HBMD is responsible for cleaning and mowing rights-of-way street patching and resurfacing intersection improvements canal maintenance and construction guardrail maintenance bridge maintenance street cleaning and storm-water drainage improvements.

The successful candidate will be proficient in the use of various light construction equipment necessary for performing road maintenance and repair projects such as : forklifts aerial lift trucks tree chippers skid-steer loaders vibratory rollers plate compactors walk-behind concrete / asphalt saws.

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 operating heavy equipment related to area of assignment or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Drivers License Class B or higher for duration of appointment.

Preferences

SCOPE OF WORK

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Transports construction equipment using a lowbed semi-trailer; operates tractor-trailer and tandem trucks in local hauling tasks; loads and unloads vehicles as required; operates heavy duty road roller in resurfacing and roadway construction; operates front-end loader or small tractor rigged with hydraulic loading lift and back hoe digging shovel; operates tractor and bush hog for mowing roadway shoulders and removing vegetation from drainage ditches; operates sweeper truck for cleaning roadways; may operate smaller earth moving equipment such as small bulldozers and bobcats.

Performs operator pre-checks on equipment; checks lubricants cooling systems hydraulic systems and electrical systems; makes necessary minor adjustments and reports malfunctions to supervisor.

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs medium work that involves walking standing stooping stretching or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or exceptional skill adeptness and speed in the use of fingers hands or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

Competencies

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.

Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency high energy and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm working quickly and without undue oversight.

Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done with a focus on continuous improvement. Generally follows defined and communicated standards methods and procedures. Seeks advice and finds ways to work better within processes. Makes some reasonable suggestions to improve work methods.

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Operates with a clear sense of responsibility; learns about and adheres to most policies procedures and work requirements. Takes steps to ensure work is done properly communicates status and addresses any errors.

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Pays attention to others insights advice or instruction grasping the main elements. Promptly shares relevant information with the right amount of detail.

Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them.

County Core Values

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the Countys four core behavioral competencies.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore if you require assistance due to a disability please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at or email to make an accommodation request.

Emergency Management Responsibilities

Note : During emergency conditions all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster such as a hurricane or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward Countys Employee Code of Ethics gift and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public co-workers elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race color religion sex national origin age disability marital status political affiliation familial status sexual orientation pregnancy or gender identity and expression.

Key Skills

Mechanic Experience,Crane,caterpillar,Construction Experience,Heavy Equipment Operation,Water Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Paving,Dozer,Equipment Repair,Excavator,Front Loader Truck

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 18 - 30