Salary: $22.00 Hourly
Location : Fort Myers, FL
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 07073PC
Department: D O T Operations
Opening Date: 04/25/2024
Closing Date: 5/4/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description

The purpose of this class within the organization is to operate, repair and maintain heavy equipment. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operates a motorized sweeper and other motorized maintenance/construction equipment on an assigned route.
• Clean streets, gutters, and report large debris on streets and right of way; respond to traffic accidents; clean debris and hazardous material spills.
• Responsible for operating and hauling equipment which may include, pick-up trucks with trailers, zero-turn mowers with multiple attachments, and other related equipment in the Department of Transportation Operations Division.
• Maintain sidewalks and bike paths within the County ROW. Report any deficiencies in the pavement.
• Clear obstructions including minor vegetation encroachment, trash pick up, or dirt/debris.
• Operates hand and power tools, performs routine maintenance and inspections of related equipment, and maintains road right of way.
• May work with a crew or independently.
• Occasionally assists other crews and departments.
• Knowledge of traffic regulations and the skill to set up a safe work zone.
• Be able to fill in for the absence of the Lead Operator in documenting daily activities, directing crews, and reporting to the Project Manager.

Education, Experience, Licensing

• Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to High School graduation or GED equivalent and three years heavy equipment operation or closely related experience.
• Possession of a valid Class B CDL with airbrake endorsement and an acceptable driving record is required.
• This is a safety-sensitive position, which is subject to Drug & Alcohol Workplace testing as provided in DOT regulation 49CFR-parts 40 and /or 382.

Supplemental Information

• The work days and hours are Tuesday - Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM. Some night shifts, no set hours.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
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Health Benefits:
•Medical Insurance
•Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
•Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
•Dental Insurance
•Vision Insurance
•Flexible Spending Accounts
•Medical Reimbursement Account
•Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
•Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
•Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
•Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
•Optional Life Insurance
•Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
•Short-Term Disability
•Sick Leave Pool
•Flu vaccinations
•Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits:
•Florida Retirement System (FRS)
•Two Retirement Plan Options:
1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
•Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
•Financial Savings/Management Programs
•Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
•Employee Leave Benefits
•Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
•Paid Sick Leave
•Paid Vacation Leave
•Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
•Family and Medical Leave
•Military Family & Medical Leave
•Educational Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
01

Do you have any combination of education and experience equivalent to High School graduation or GED equivalent and three years heavy equipment operation or closely related experience?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please describe your experiences that you feel best prepare you for this position.
03

Do you possess a valid Class B CDL with an airbrake endorsement and an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

04

The work days and hours are Tuesday - Friday 7:00AM - 5:30PM,, some night shifts, no set hours. Are you able to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

Required Question