Equipment Operator

Clay County - Small Towns. Big Passions.

Pay:

$18.16 - $21.25

Under the direction of the Road Superintendent, the Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of on-road or off-road equipment based on job classification.

Equipment Operator I –

Starting Pay: $18.16/hr

Must be able to operate the following:

Mower Tractor/Brush hog          Rollers          Front End Loader          Construction Sweeper

Equipment Operator II –

Starting Pay: $20.41/hr

Must be able to operate equipment required of Equipment Operator I and the following:

Dump Truck          Sweeper*          VACON*

Equipment Operator III –

Starting Pay: $22.93/hr

Must be able to operate equipment required of Equipment Operator II and the following:

Skid Steer          Mini Excavator          Grad-all I         Bull Dozer I

Equipment Operator IV-

Starting Pay: $25.76/hr

Must be able to operate equipment required of Equipment Operator III and the following:

Grapple Truck*          Full Size Excavator          Grad-all II          Bull Dozer II          Bucket Truck/Chipper         

Note: List may not be fully inclusive of all County-owned on-road equipment or off-road equipment.

*Specialized Positions; not required unless assigned

As the operator increases their skills and ability to operate multiple pieces of equipment, they may be assigned to the Equipment Operator classification for which they meet the qualifications.  If their proficiency on a piece of equipment is not satisfactory, they may be demoted to a lower level of Equipment Operator with a reduction in pay.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible at all times for the safe and efficient operation of equipment, ensuring vehicle is operated in accordance with all related County, State and Federal Regulations
• Carries out daily inspections of equipment, lubricates equipment where necessary, and notifies Fleet Maintenance Supervisor immediately if there are any defects in equipment or performance
• Ensures that all safety devises and/or controls are in place and fully functional
• Assists maintenance personnel in the repair and/or maintenance of assigned equipment
• Maintains the serviceability and cleanliness of any personal protective equipment required and ensures its proper use
• Assists a crew when called upon
• In case of emergency or crisis situation (hurricane, flood, etc.) position is required to respond/perform emergency and recovery duties as assigned by the County Manager or designee.
• During an emergency or crisis situation, this position will may be required to be present at the Emergency Operation Center (EOC) to provide assistance while activated.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Equipment Operator I

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Knowledge of Clay County road system (Preferred)
• Valid State of Florida Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Minimum of 6 months of relevant experience required
• Any combination of education and experience may be substituted, so long as it provides the desired skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job

Equipment Operator II

• Must meet the minimum requirements of Equipment Operator I
• Valid State of Florida Commercial Driver’s License (Class B required) with a clean driving record
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience required

Equipment Operator III

• Must meet the minimum requirements of Equipment Operator II
• Minimum of 1.5 years of relevant experience required

Equipment Operator IV

• Must meet the minimum requirements of Equipment Operator III
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required.

Supplemental Information

Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

• Ability to operate equipment based on the current level assigned
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals and to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.  Must be capable of applying personal initiative and sound judgment to assigned tasks

Employees may be required to perform duties, including the employee’s normal work function or other emergency support functions as deemed necessary by the County, as assigned before, during, and after hazardous weather or state of local emergency.

While requirements may be representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed.  Employees occupying the position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

Working Environment and Physical Demands

The employee must be able to maintain a stationary position 75% of the time.

This position frequently communicates with supervisors and other staff to safely execute the operation of on-road or off-road equipment.  Must be able to accurately convey and perceive information in these situations.

Must be able to perceive, inspect, and assess safety and maintenance instructions and assignment instructions to ensure safe operation of equipment. Must be able to distinguish colors, depths, peripheral objects and details to ensure safe and accurate equipment operation and maintenance of assigned equipment.

Must regularly be able to move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally, must be able to move objects up to 100 pounds, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.  Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina.

Regularly works around moving parts and near moving traffic in an outdoor environment, which may expose the worker to inclement weather, excessive heat and humidity. Employee may be exposed to dust, pollution, fumes and airborne particles. 

The noise level is usually moderate.

Clay County is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, or age.

Clay County is committed to providing veterans with preference in employment opportunities in accordance with Florida State Law and Federal Regulations. As part of our dedication to supporting veterans, we ensure that qualified veterans are given preferential treatment in our hiring process, in accordance with Florida Statute 295.07.

Eligible Veterans who believe they were discriminated against may file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs within 60 days of receiving notice of non-selection.