SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

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- 55004817 State of Florida Department of Transportation Job Posting Description 297/St. Augustine Maintenance Open Competitive Full-Time Contact Phone Number: 904-825-5037 Biweekly Hiring

Salary:
$2,002.02 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. 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 a OneFDOT 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 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 training and instructor-led courses. Where You Will Work: District Two St. Augustine Maintenance 3600 DOT Road St. Augustine, FL 32084 Your Specific

Responsibilities:
Operates vehicles and a variety of large equipment to include, but not limited to: road graders, sewer cleaner and hydraulic excavators in bridge and roadway maintenance. 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. Coordinates, participates, and directs the maintenance activity of the assigned crew. Assists in selecting materials, supplies, equipment, inspecting, planning workloads, work flows, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization with employees. Maintains records of operation. Prepares and maintains daily paperwork such as crew activity reports, and daily vehicle check lists. Performs independent manual labor incidental to job assignments. Performs Maintenance of Traffic (MOT). Performs rough carpentry, masonry, painting and/or assists in the assembly and erection of highway signs. Trains crew members in the operation of heavy equipment and of basic MOT. Assists with crew activity reports as needed. The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: Knowledge of mathematical calculations. Knowledge of standard safety rules and procedures. Knowledge of the procedures, techniques and use of equipment in the maintenance and repair of highways, bridges and/or other highway structures. Skills in: Skilled in operating a variety of hand and power tools. Skilled in operating and performing minor maintenance on large equipment and vehicles. Skilled in completing job related reports and forms. Skilled in communicating both verbally and in writing, including following oral/written instructions. Ability to: Ability to operate a variety of heavy equipment. Ability to train others. Ability to read and understand job related materials. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to lift, carry, and handle up to 50 pounds. Ability to stoop, climb, squat, push, pull, crawl or bend on a frequent basis. Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, on various terrains and at various heights or in high volume traffic. Ability to stand for an extended period of time. Other Job-Related

Requirements:
Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent must respond to emergencies and be “on-call” (24-hour duty) when necessary. While on-duty status, the position's incumbent must be readily available to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), consistent with the type of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) the incumbent is required to possess, or on a routine basis perfor