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Equipment Operator-Heavy

City of Orlando
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Jan 2025
💰 $48,000/yr($38,000/yr$48,000/yr)

About the role

Salary Range

$19.14-$24.40

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting

02-01-2025

Job Summary

Performs skilled work in the operation of complex construction/maintenance equipment (see attachment C). An employee in this class is responsible for performing tasks of more than average difficulty involving the safe operation and routine maintenance of assigned equipment. Tasks at times are performed under hazardous conditions and employees are expected to be particularly alert and careful. Under general supervision, employees are required to exercise initiative and independent judgment in completing assigned tasks and work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion by observation and through results obtained. WASTEWATER - VACTOR TRUCK: Performs tasks of more than average difficulty involving the safe operation and routine maintenance of assigned equipment. The employee will perform semiskilled work in maintenance of the wastewater collection system and serve as a lead in the operation of the Vactor truck and/or Tanker Truck. Tasks at times are performed under hazardous conditions and employees are expected to be particularly alert and careful. Under general supervision, employees are required to exercise initiative and independent judgment in completing assigned tasks and work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion by observation and through results obtained. Time to time the employee with be required to assists the CCTV crew cleaning sewer mains lines in preparation for inspections, also the employee will be required to assist on sewer backups, wastewater overflows. Lastly, the employee maybe required to work at night and will be required to work in adverse weather conditions. Minimum Qualifications: Ability to read, write and follow instructions, plus two (2) years experience in the operation of assigned equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience. Florida Commercial Driver's License Class A, B, or C required prior to employment depending on equipment assigned to position. Some positions may require a tanker endorsement permit prior to employment. Some positions may be required to pass an annual respirator physical; no facial hair allowed between the face and sealing surface of the respirator. Positions in Streets & Drainage Division require Aquatic, Right of Way, and restricted Pesticide License within twelve (12) months of employment depending on area of assignment. Positions in the Wastewater Division require a GOAA Secure Area Access I. D. badge within ninety (90) days of hire. Definition: Complex, large equipment that normally requires formal and/or extensive training averaging three (3) months. Equipment is normally transported or operated on public roadways sometimes requiring a small crew. The consequence of errors can be major in terms of cost or repairs and damage to both public and private property and equipment. There is a chance of major injury to other employees and citizens. Excavator Tractor Loader-Backhoe, Large High Velocity Cleaner with Sewer Vacuum Trailer Large Draglines Truck Crane Well Drilling Rig Bulldozer Fifth Wheel Tractor Truck w/Lowboy Transport Trailer Motor Grader Fifth Wheel Tractor Truck w/Sludge Trailer, 15 cubic yards Accessory Equipment- Sludge Press Equipment Sweeper, Street Bucket Machine, Hydraulic Front End Loader, over 3 cubic yards Dump Truck (17 cubic yards) with attached trailer with skid loader (GVW rating of 81,500 lbs.) 3rd Axle Dump Truck Concrete Transit Mixer

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

  • Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
  • Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
  • Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
  • Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

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