Landfill Heavy Equipment Specialist - Waste Services Department

**Closing Date: November 21, 2025**

The Landfill Heavy Equipment Specialist is responsible for performing both preventative maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of heavy machinery and equipment, such as loaders, excavators, bulldozers, and trucks, with minimal supervision. This role also involves assisting in major repairs, which are performed under the supervision of senior maintenance personnel. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in heavy equipment maintenance, be able to troubleshoot issues, ensure machinery operates efficiently and safely, and maintain basic maintenance records such as work performed, labor hours, and fluids and parts utilized.

This is a "mandatory-testing" position that requires Drug Testing.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

• Independently performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks, including changing fluids, changing filters, greasing moving parts, and inspecting tires, tracks, and mechanical components.

• Completes scheduled maintenance according to county and manufacturer guidelines, ensuring equipment is in optimal working condition and ready for use.

• Performs minor repairs and adjustments to heavy machinery, such as replacing worn parts, fixing leaks, adjusting mechanical components, and addressing other minor mechanical failures.

• Ensures all minor repairs are completed efficiently and in compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

• Assists in major repairs, including engine overhauls, transmission repairs, hydraulic system repairs, and other complex issues, under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager.

• Helps identify root causes of major equipment failures, providing insight and support to complete the repairs correctly and safely.

• Uses diagnostic tools and equipment to identify mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues in heavy equipment.

• Performs troubleshooting to assess the extent of problems and make recommendations for repairs or replacements as necessary.

• Follows established safety guidelines and county policies while performing maintenance tasks.

• Ensures that all work is performed in compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards, reporting any safety concerns or hazards to appropriate personnel.

• Maintains clean and organized work areas, ensuring all tools and equipment are in proper working order.

• Keeps accurate and up-to-date maintenance logs, recording inspections, repairs, parts used, and any issues discovered during maintenance activities.

• Helps manage and track equipment service schedules to ensure compliance with routine maintenance requirements.

• Works collaboratively with the maintenance team, providing support and sharing knowledge with entry-level maintainers.

• Assists in the training and development of less experienced staff, helping to build skills and improve overall team performance.

• Suggests improvements in maintenance processes, tools, and equipment usage to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.

Stays informed about new technologies, tools, and techniques in heavy equipment maintenance, incorporating them into work practices when applicable.

Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Training and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.), and up to one year of specialized or technical training beyond high school and three years of experience in a fleet maintenance position working with automotive, diesel, and/or heavy equipment repair which provided knowledge of electrical systems, AC systems, and hydraulics; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL A/B)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics (KSAO's):

• applicable tools and equipment of the trade

• principles and practices in assigned area of responsibility

• occupational hazards and safety precautions

• using applicable tools and equipment of the trade

• estimating the cost of repairs and related materials

• purchasing supplies and materials

• maintaining shop equipment

• researching vendors

• communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

County-wide Employee Responsibilities:

All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Escambia County BCC employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Emergency Management Responsibilities:

During emergency conditions, the incumbent of this position will automatically be considered an emergency service worker. This employee is subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and is expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require the following: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, hearing, seeing, finger and hand dexterity as well as repetitive motions

Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel.

Benefits/Compensation Package:

• Medical / Dental / Vision plans

• Prescription coverage

• Employee health clinic

• Employee fitness centers

• Employer-sponsored retirement plan or an investment plan

• Deferred Compensation Plan

• Flexible Spending Account(s)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Annual/Sick Leave or Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Group Life Insurance