Equipment Operator; Aviation

Requirements and Preferences

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Equipment Operator.

THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME

High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $10.90 / Family $80.79

Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually

Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $82.58 / Family $286.79

Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation Employee Match

Eleven (11) paid holidays each year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year

Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)

Paid Parental Leave

The Aviation Department which operates the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and the North Perry Airport (HWO) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Equipment Operator. The Equipment Operator performs skilled work in the operation of large vehicles and equipment. Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but may determine how or when to complete tasks. Responsibilities include airfield grass cutting and sweeping the airport roadway system.

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK NIGHTS, HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS

All Aviation Department employees must possess the ability to interact courteously with the public, Airport vendors, contractors and fellow employees to maintain a professional work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes a positive work environment.

• Requires one (1) year operating experience of heavy mobile, construction, or related vehicular equipment.

• Possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with authority to drive a county vehicle for duration of appointment.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain Airport security & customs badging.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain Airfield driving privileges, movement & non-movement.

• Associates Degree in Relevant Field.
• 1+ years of Airfield and Ramp Driving Experience.
• 1+ years of Operating Commercial Lawn Maintenance Equipment Experience.
• 1+ years Part 139 Inspection Experience.

Candidates selected for interviews may be required to demonstrate their ability to operate various equipment utilized by the Aviation Department. 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 airport employees 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 Aviation Department operates under a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.

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.

Physical Demands

Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves…