Equipment Operator

Position: EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - 55005603

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requisition no:867844

agency: department of transportation

working title: equipment operator -

state of florida department of transportation
hiring salary range: $38,600.87 - $49,954.06

join fdot and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the florida transportation system.

to ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of artificial intelligence (ai) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

candidates must be united states (u.s.) citizens, or lawfully authorized alien workers, and must possess permanent work authorization for any u.s. Employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.

our mission

the mission of the florida department of transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

our vision

as one fdot team, we serve the people of florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

the work you will do:

equipment operator

district one / district maintenance / heartland operations center

this position will operate vehicles and a variety of small and medium equipment while performing bridge and roadway maintenance. This position uses a variety of hand, pneumatic, and electrical tools to maintain bridges and roadways. This position will be expected to perform independent manual labor incidental to job assignments with minimal supervision.

the difference you will make:

through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the onefdot team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of trrec: trust, relationships, respect, empowerment, and communication.

how you will grow:

fdot encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based trainings and instructor led courses.

where you will work:

heartland operations center

4722 kenilworth blvd.

annual salary range:

your specific responsibilities:

performs minor maintenance and servicing work in connection with any type of equipment operated and assists in the repairs of this equipment; checks and adds fluids, checks/adjusts brakes, maintains proper air pressure in all tires, etc. Cleans and washes equipment. After obtaining the required instructional cdl permit or license, operates vehicles and a variety of small and medium equipment that may include, but not limited to;

dump truck, front end loader, skid steer loader, grader, lift equipment, small bulldozer and asphalt repair truck while performing bridge and roadway maintenance; supervises department of corrections inmates crew performing maintenance activities (optional duty). Oversees crews performing maintenance activities (optional duty if overseeing contracted employees).

uses a variety of hand, pneumatic, and electrical tools to maintain bridges and roadways. Performs independent manual labor incidental to job assignments with minimal supervision.

performs tree trimming, rough carpentry, masonry, painting and/or assists in the assembly and erection of highway signs.

performs temporary traffic control (maintenance of traffic). Assists with crew activity reports as needed.

the successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

knowledge of:

• mathematical calculations; standard safety rules and procedures.

skills in:

• operating a variety of hand and power tools; operating and performing minor maintenance on small/medium equipment and vehicles.

ability…