Equipment Operator II

About the position

The Equipment Operator II position is a skilled role within the City of St. Petersburg's Stormwater, Pavement, and Traffic Operations Department. This position involves operating heavy-duty motor vehicles and equipment of moderate complexity, which are essential for large-scale construction and maintenance activities. The equipment operated includes backhoes, front-end loaders, skid steers, slope mowers, street sweepers, vactor trucks, and other related heavy machinery. The role is critical for street maintenance and grounds maintenance activities, ensuring that the city's infrastructure is well-maintained and functional. This applicant pool will be utilized to fill current vacancies and may also be used for six months to fill any Equipment Operator II vacancies throughout the department. Candidates must apply to this job posting to be considered for future vacancies in divisions such as Stormwater Quality, Stormwater Operations, Pavement Maintenance, and Traffic Operations. The position requires a commitment to working assigned shifts, which may include a rotation of daytime and overnight hours, and the ability to perform strenuous manual labor, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions. Additionally, this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC), meaning that if hired, the employee must be available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency or disaster.

Responsibilities

  • Operate heavy-duty motor vehicles and equipment for construction and maintenance activities.
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  • Perform street maintenance and grounds maintenance tasks using various heavy equipment.
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  • Follow oral and written instructions effectively.
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  • Work assigned shifts, including potential rotation of daytime and overnight hours.
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  • Perform strenuous manual labor under various weather conditions.
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  • Respond to emergency situations as required.

Requirements

  • Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.
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  • Maintain a valid State of Florida Class 'B' Commercial Driver License (CDL) with 'N' endorsement.
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  • Experience in the use of heavy equipment is required.
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  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
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  • Ability to perform strenuous manual labor under unfavorable weather conditions.

Nice-to-haves

  • At least one year of experience operating backhoes, concrete mobile trucks, front-end loaders, street sweepers, slope mowers, and skid steers.
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  • Considerable knowledge of materials, equipment, tools, methods, and techniques used in concrete and asphalt maintenance, repair, and construction projects.
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  • Familiarity with occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in heavy equipment operation.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly wage ranging from $20.25 to $28.91.
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  • Opportunities for overtime pay during emergency situations.
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