Equipment Operator I (Streets)

City of Ocala, FL
Ocala, Florida
Full Time

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Description

This is manual and semi-skilled work in maintenance equipment operation. This includes, but is not limited to, operating various tractors with mowers, flatbed trucks, dump trucks, and a variety of construction equipment. Manual labor involved in general maintenance, construction and labor activities. Public Works employees may be periodically assigned to supervise inmates for up to nine months at a time

Examples of Duties

ESSENIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1.Equipment and vehicle maintenance

Responsible for daily and weekly maintenance of equipment and vehicles as assigned. Washes vehicles and equipment. Performs general maintenance on equipment such as changing oil, blades and grease fittings. Stands, bends, stoops and stretches from waist and shoulders to perform maintenance of pickups, one-ton trucks and tanker truck and to maneuver implements into final hook-up position.

2.Operation of tractors and vehicles

Operates various types of tractors with a variety of attachments, dump body trucks with or without various size trailers up to 21 feet in length and tanker trucks. Use of both hands and feet are necessary to simultaneously steer, shift gears, operate throttle and raise or lower various implements.

3.Operation of power and hand tools

Operates chain saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, large tree spade, shovel, post hole digger, axe, etc. Using push mowers and riding mowers cuts grass, weeds, and shrubs. Requires frequent bending, twisting of upper torso, stretching and lifting.

4.Performs manual labor

This may include loading and unloading equipment and supplies from trucks and trailers, picking up trash, trimming or removing trees, manually cutting grass and shrubs, caring for seed beds, mowing drainage retention areas on uneven slopes. Performs general maintenance of city streets and right-of-way, including using push broom to sweep debris from the streets. Loads and unloads materials using a shovel for prolonged periods. Performs litter control and other jobs for departments such as moving furniture and miscellaneous work. Sets up and operates storm pumps as needed.

5.Hot Patch/Concrete Work

Streets/Stormwater: May be required to perform asphalt and concrete installation and repair duties or cross-train in this area. Performs concrete repair work including physically removing, mixing and pouring concrete. Assists hot/cold patch crew by unloading hot asphalt from the truck, filling potholes, and tamp hot asphalt.

6.Performs Record Keeping

This may include completing vehicle and equipment maintenance cards, work records, and personal time sheets and any paperwork associated with the supervision of inmates.

Customer Service

Communicates clearly and courteously in person, by phone and two-way radio with other City employees and the general public.

7.Supervision:

May supervise and train crews in the safe operation of equipment and proper procedures.

Public Works Supervision

For up to nine consecutive months and on a rotational basis as needed by the department, may supervise inmate workers in their performance of manual labor duties. Must make a call each morning and afternoon to Marion County Correctional Institute (MCI) for an inmate count. Report daily personnel work duties by each inmate for the generation of a monthly report to be sent to MCI. Inmates may be from Marion County Jail or MCI. An Equipment Operator I who supervises Marion County Jail inmates for five consecutive days or more shall receive an additional 3% acting status pay adjustment while doing so. An Equipment Operator I who supervises MCI inmates for five consecutive days or more shall receive an additional 6% acting status pay adjustment while doing so.

8.Operational Requirements:

Based upon operational requirements or situations where the number of available Equipment Operator I's exceeds the number needed to operate equipment or perform their regular duties, employee's in this classification will be reassigned to work in whatever capacity or function those Divisions require. The length of such assignments will vary.

9.Required to report to work if an emergency situation exists to protect, prevent, repair or minimize damage.

10.Provides support for department special events before, during, and after the event in the areas and for functions relative to essential job duties and/or otherwise assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Operators Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Must maintain a valid Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with air brake certification within six months of the date of hire or promotion.

Class "A" license with air brake certification would be preferred*

Residency Requirement: Employee must, within one year of date of hire or promotion to this position, reside with 45 minutes of the assigned work facility.

Supplemental Information

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Design

Generates creative solutions; Uses feedback to modify designs; Demonstrates attention to detail.

Problem Solving

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Project Management

Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.

Technical Skills

Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Customer Service

Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal

Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication

Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

Team Work

Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.

Written Communication

Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Leadership

Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Inspires respect and trust; Accepts feedback from others; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates; Displays passion and optimism; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.

Managing People

Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.

Quality Management

Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Visionary Leadership

Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust.

Business Acumen

Aligns work with strategic goals.

Diversity

Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

Ethics

Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Strategic Thinking

Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.

Adaptability

Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality

Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability

Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Innovation

Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Judgment

Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation

Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.

Planning/Organizing

Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources.

Professionalism

Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity

Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

Basic Computer skills needed.

Certificates and Licenses:

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Operators Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May supervise and train crews in the safe operation of equipment and proper procedures.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here 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.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold (non-weather); extreme heat (non-weather); risk of electrical shock; risk of radiation and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and may be occasionally loud.

Physical Demands:

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally move and/or lift up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and taste or smell.

Residency Requirement: Employee must, within one year of date of hire or promotion to this position, reside with 45 minutes of the assigned work facility.

Assigned City Vehicle: No

City vehicle is accessible during the normal work shift.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).

The City of Ocala provides a competitive, comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees.

Health Insurance

We offer both single and family coverage, for employees working 30 or more hours per week.

Dental Insurance

For full time employees, we offer both single and family dental coverage.

Vision Insurance

For full time employees, we offer both single and family vision coverage.

Life Insurance

For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life. For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life.

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Offered to full time employees, STD and LTD coverages are income replacement benefits that assist policyholders who are unable to work for an extended period of time due to sickness or accidental injury.

Medical FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Dependent Care FSA

Flexible spending accounts allow employees to pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses using pre-tax dollars.

Pet Insurance

We also offer special pet insurance for your pets in the case of illness or accidents, as well as preventative care.

Employee Health & Wellness Center

The City of Ocala offers the use of the City Clinic for those employees, and covered dependents over the age of 8, which have elected one of our health insurance plans. Services offered by the City Clinic include primary care, chronic disease management, labs, x-rays, and wellness coaching.

Voluntary Cancer Insurance

For full time employees, the cancer insurance policy can help provide security if you, or a covered dependent, suddenly become diagnosed with cancer.

Supplemental Critical Care Insurance

Our full time employees have the option of electing critical care insurance that is available to help with medical expenses that could arise from things such as a heart attack or stroke.

Supplemental Accident Insurance

Also available to full time employees, is our Accident Coverage. This supplemental plan can be used to help with expenses like MRI's, physical therapy, and hospital admission.

Legal Plan Insurance

Full time employees can have access to local attorneys for a monthly fee and receive discounts on services such as legal consultation, wills, traffic violations and the purchase or sale of your home. The carrier also has a separate policy assisting with the matter of identity theft and social media monitoring.

Deferred Compensation Plan

Deferred compensation is available to all full-time employees at the time of employment. This benefit allows the employee to defer income without paying taxes until money is withdrawn. Current plan is administered through MissionSquare.

Direct Deposit

Direct deposit automatically deposits your net pay each pay period to your checking or savings account at your own financial institution. Direct deposit is a condition of employment for a person hired by the City.

Each pay period the employee receives an earnings statement showing gross pay, taxes, other deductions, accruals and net pay. Enrollment forms are available at Human Resources or Payroll.

Discounts - Theme Park

Discounts are available to all non-temporary employees at the time of employment.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Employee Assistance Program is available to all full-time employees and members of your household as an employer paid benefit. The EAP offers emotional wellbeing support in the form as counseling sessions and all sessions are confidential. The EAP also provides daily life assistance, legal services, and financial services.

Holidays and Paid Time off

The City provides paid holidays and paid time off for full-time employees. Refer to the Employee Handbook for details.

Retirement Plan

All full-time employees hired after 10/01/2013, apart from Sworn Police Officers and Firefighters, are enrolled in the 401a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with MissionSquare. All contributions to the 401a Defined contribution plan are pre-tax and earnings grow tax-deferred. The City contributes 8% and employees contribute 3%. City contributions are 100% vested after one year of employment. You will be enrolled automatically and should take time to review your investment options at your earliest convenience.

Training Programs

The City is committed to provide training programs for all departments and all positions. Risk Management conducts classes in Defensive Driving, Safety, and Insurance. With rare exceptions, classes are offered during working hours, and are open to all eligible employees.

Tuition Reimbursement

All regular, full-time employees are eligible to participate in the tuition reimbursement program.

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

Do you possess a valid State of Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record?

Out of State Applicants: Do you have the ability to obtain a Florida Driver's License prior to employment?

Yes
No
N/A (I have a FL DL)

Do you possess a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class "B" with an acceptable driving record? If you do not, do you have the ability to obtain one within six months of the date of hire? A CDL PERMIT WILL BE REQUIRED BY YOUR FIRST DAY OF EMPLOYMENT.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is exposed to some of the below situations regularly and occasionally. Please confirm if you would be comfortable in this work environment: -Regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions -Frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) -Work near moving mechanical parts -Occasionally exposed to work in high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold (non-weather), extreme heat (non-weather), risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation and vibration.

Are you able to work under the following Physical demands of the position: The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally move and/or lift up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and taste or smell.

Do you have a minimum of six (6) months of cumulative supervisory experience?

Do you possess prior experience with pump and hose and facility setups?

Do you have a minimum of one year experience in general maintenance, construction, grounds or turf maintenance?

Do you have a minimum of one year of light to medium equipment experience?

If you feel you qualify for this position due to an equivalent combination of training, education and experience, please explain below:

I understand and agree with the following statements: * All background, education and work history will be verified once an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.