What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator - ( Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm ) position at City of Delray Beach?
Job Description
Veterans' Preference Applies
EEO Statement
The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services
Non-Smoking
The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.
Skilled and manual work operating a backhoe, loader, forklifts, bobcat, roller, dump truck, Vac-con truck and tack machine, depending on assigned department. Work is performed under general supervision.
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.
A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands/Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Physical Skills
Full-time employees of the City of Delray Beach are provided with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a defined pension plan, and much more. Benefit coverage varies by employee group.
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The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco products" shall include, but is not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes and snuff. Have you used any tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to your application for employment?
Do you possess a valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record? If you possess a Driver License from another state please acknowledge you must obtain a Florida one within 30 days of the hire date.
Please indicate your highest level of education: Please note, a copy of certificate / diploma MUST be uploaded and attached to the application for consideration
How many years of verifiable experience do you have operating heavy equipment?
Please describe your experience ( duties) as an Equipment Operator. (Indicate N/A if not applicable)
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The work hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 6:30 am -3:00 pm
Please indicate if you have experience in the following area(s): (Please check all that apply)
Are you claiming Veteran's preference in employment? If so, you must scan and attach a copy of your DD-214 to this application and you must fill the veteran's form from the link in question # 23 from your application. Otherwise, your claim will not be considered. Please note that only DD-214 with HONORABLE discharge qualify to claim veteran's preference.
Did you attach your High School Diploma to your application? You must attach a copy of your high school diploma, HS Transcripts, or GED certificate in order to be considered for the position; otherwise, it will be rejected. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Veterans' Preference Applies
EEO Statement
The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services
Non-Smoking
The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.
Skilled and manual work operating a backhoe, loader, forklifts, bobcat, roller, dump truck, Vac-con truck and tack machine, depending on assigned department. Work is performed under general supervision.
- Hours of work are 6:30a.m. to 3:00p.m., Monday - Friday. Punctuality and regular attendance are essential functions of this position.*
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Operate backhoe, loader, forklifts, bobcat, roller, dump truck, Vac-con truck and tack machine and other construction equipment as assigned.
- Repair water and sewer leaks or perform asphalt and concrete removal, grading, loading trucks with road material and various tasks involving heavy equipment, depending on assigned department.
- Assist in repairing asphalt, concrete, storm pipes and other repairs as assigned.
- Perform assigned manual labor activities.
- Assist Crew Leader in setting up laser and/or conventional alignment grading devices.
- Assist with other assigned tasks.
- High school graduate or recognized GED.
- Two years of verifiable work experience operatimg backhoe, loader, forklifts, bobcat, roller, dump truck, Vac-con truck and tack machine and other construction equipment in a related field.
- Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License, Class B, CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements or obtain it within six months of the hire date, excluding Parks Maintenance Division which requires a valid Florida Driver's License
- Able to be on call during regular off duty hours for emergencies.
- Knowledge of principles and methods of operating a backhoe, loader, truck and other equipment.
- Knowledge of practices, methods and materials used in construction and maintenance in water/sewer network and streets maintenance.
- Knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to safety and operation of equipment.
- Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and detect problems with equipment.
- Ability to perform manual work.
- Ability to follow and understand written and oral instructions.
- Skill in cleaning and maintaining equipment.
- Skill in operating a truck and trailer for transporting equipment.
- Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.
A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands/Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Physical Skills
- Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over)
- Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
- Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid)
- Walking
- Standing
- Kneeling
- Bending
- Stooping
- Driving
- Equipment Operation
- Works inside
- Works outside in various weather conditions with dust
- Below ground level
Full-time employees of the City of Delray Beach are provided with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a defined pension plan, and much more. Benefit coverage varies by employee group.
For a more detailed overview please Click here
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The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco products" shall include, but is not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes and snuff. Have you used any tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to your application for employment?
- Yes
- No
Do you possess a valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record? If you possess a Driver License from another state please acknowledge you must obtain a Florida one within 30 days of the hire date.
- Yes, I have a Florida driver license with a good driving record
- I have it from another state but I acknowledge I must obtain a Florida one within 30 days of the hire date.
- I don't have a Driver License from any state.
Please indicate your highest level of education: Please note, a copy of certificate / diploma MUST be uploaded and attached to the application for consideration
- None
- Some High School
- High School Diploma or Equivalent Diploma
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree or above
How many years of verifiable experience do you have operating heavy equipment?
- No experience
- Less than one year
- One to two years
- Two to four years
- Four to six years
- Six years or more
Please describe your experience ( duties) as an Equipment Operator. (Indicate N/A if not applicable)
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The work hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 6:30 am -3:00 pm
- I Acknowledge
Please indicate if you have experience in the following area(s): (Please check all that apply)
- Water and sewer leak repair
- Using a loader
- Using a backhoe
- Hand and power tools
- Transportation using a truck and trailer
- Using a bushhog
- Using a tractor
- I have no experience
Are you claiming Veteran's preference in employment? If so, you must scan and attach a copy of your DD-214 to this application and you must fill the veteran's form from the link in question # 23 from your application. Otherwise, your claim will not be considered. Please note that only DD-214 with HONORABLE discharge qualify to claim veteran's preference.
- Yes
- No
Did you attach your High School Diploma to your application? You must attach a copy of your high school diploma, HS Transcripts, or GED certificate in order to be considered for the position; otherwise, it will be rejected. NO EXCEPTIONS.
- Yes, I did attach my HS Diploma, HS Transcripts, or GED to my application
- No, I did not attach my HS Diploma or GED to my application
- Required Question
