Special Equipment Operator

About This Role

Operate heavy and complex construction, maintenance, and transport equipment for public works and/or utilities/solid waste activities. This role requires skilled operation, independent judgment, and may involve leading other equipment operators.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and complex equipment requiring skill and independent judgment
• Perform skilled duties in the operation of equipment such as track and wheel excavators, finish graders, landfill compactors, dozers, backhoes, and trackhoes
• Operate tractor trailers hauling 6000-gallon tankers, 32-yard trailers, rock trailers, lowboys, and various dump or specialty trucks
• Act in a lead worker capacity involving other equipment operators and laborers for construction and maintenance projects
• Maintain and service assigned equipment as required
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of all assigned equipment

Requirements

• Four (4) years of experience in utilities/solid waste and/or public works maintenance and/or construction
• Two (2) years of experience in the operation of a variety of heavy and complex construction and/or maintenance equipment
• Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class "A"

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma
• Four (4) years of experience in utilities/solid waste and/or public works maintenance and/or construction, including two (2) years of experience in operating a variety of heavy and complex construction and/or maintenance equipment

Nice to Have

• "X" endorsement on CDL (if required, obtainable within 30 days of hire)