Equipment Operator III (Stormwater)

Description

This is skilled work in the operation of heavy motor driven equipment, with some supervisory work. Occasional manual labor is required and performed as needed.

Examples of Duties

Operates Equipment

Operates dump truck, backhoe, front end loader, bulldozer,

grader, bush hogs, tractors and other various equipment. Operates gas powered weed eater, pruners, chain saws and other small equipment. May set up and operate flood pumps. Must have manual dexterity to climb into and out of truck or equipment cab.

General Maintenance

Performs manual tasks and all other general maintenance duties to meet needs of the department.

Supervision

Supervises and trains crews (may include inmates) in the safe operation of equipment and proper procedures. Maintains daily work records and timesheets accurately, and reports materials used accurately.

Training

Willingly participates in equipment training programs.

Emergency Response

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

Residency Requirement

This is required stand-by position. Employee must, within one year of date of hire or promotion to this position, reside within 45 minutes of the assigned work facility.

Support

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

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED required. Must have a minimum of three years' experience in the operation of heavy-duty equipment including one-year supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be considered.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

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

Must possess a valid Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with air brake certification and a Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's Permit with air brake certification before the hire date. A Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with air brake certification is required and must be obtained within six months of the date of hire or promotion.

Supplemental Information

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

This position will directly supervise 0 employees.

This position may indirectly supervise 0 employees.

ANALYTICAL ABILITY / PROBLEM SOLVING MODERATELY REPETITIVE.

Activities with slight variation using a definite set of processes or directions with some degree of supervision.

PLANNING

With regard to general assignments in planning time, method, manner and/or sequence of performance of own work.

CONSIDERABLE RESPONSIBILITY

may also occasionally assist in the planning of work assignments performed by others within a limited area of operation.

DECISION MAKING

Performs work operations which permit opportunity for decision-making of minor importance. FREQUENTLY;

Performs work operations which permit opportunity for decision-making of major importance. N/A

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions in person-to-person and small groups situations.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS

Ability to use common sense understanding in order to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few known variables in situations of a routine nature.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Under GENERAL SUPERVISON where standard practice enables the employee to PROCEED ALONE on routine work, referring all questionable cases to supervisor.

MENTAL DEMAND

MODERATE; Operations requiring almost continuous attention, but work is sufficiently repetitive that a habit cycle is formed; intermittent directed thinking to determine or select materials, equipment or operations.

USE OF MACHINES, EQUIPMENT AND/OR COMPUTER

Occasional use of complex machines and equipment (desktop/laptop computer and software, road and production machines and equipment, etc.)

ACCURACY

Probable errors of internal scope readily detected in normal course of work by standard check or routine crosscheck within a single department or office. Errors resulting from inaccuracy would create Minor confusion, delay or expense to correct.

PUBLIC CONTACT

Occasional routine contacts with persons outside the organization. This would include contacts with suppliers, mail service, etc.

EMPLOYEE CONTACT

Contacts occasionally with others beyond immediate associates, but generally of a routine nature. May obtain, present or discuss data, but only as it pertains to an immediate and specific assignment.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

While performing the functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

Stand Regulary

Walk Regularly

Sit Frequently

Use hands to finger, handle or feel Frequently

Reach with hands and arms Frequently

Climb or balance Occasionally

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Frequently

Talk or hear Frequently

Taste or smell Occasionally

WEIGHT LIFT REQUIREMENTS

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move:

Up to 100 pounds

VISION REQUIREMENT

Specific vision abilities required by this job may include: N/A

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work near moving mechanical parts (spinning shafts, engines, lifts, etc.) Occasionally

Work in high, precarious places (tall structures, bucket lifts, extension ladders, etc.) Occasionally

Fumes or airborne particles (painting, sanding, solvents, flying lint or dust particles, etc.) Occasionally

Toxic or caustic chemicals (including potential for chemical spills, etc.) Occasionally

Outdoor weather conditions (exposure to outdoor heat, cold or inclement weather) Regularly

Wet or humid conditions (not weather-related, such as greenhouse, carwash, etc.) Occasionally

Extreme cold (not weather-related, such as freezer, cold storage, etc.) Never

Extreme heat not weather-related, such as furnace, kitchen, ovens, etc. where temp is regularly above 100 degrees F) Never

Risk of electrical shock (live electrical wires, equipment that retains power after shutoff) Occasionally

Work with explosives (TNT, dynamite, nitroglycerine or other related explosives) Never

Risk of radiation (x-ray equipment, nuclear radiation, electromagnetic radiation, etc.) Never

Vibration (jack hammer, soil compactor, equipment that creates high vibration, etc.) Frequently

The noise level in the work environment is usually Loud (metal can manufacturing department, large equipment, etc.)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

City vehicle is accessible during 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 to 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.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid State of Florida Operator Driver's License with an acceptable driving record OR If you possess a valid out of state license, do you have the ability to obtain a Florida driver's license prior to employment?

• Yes
• No

03

Please select your level of experience with the operation of heavy-duty equipment.

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3 years

04

Please select your level of supervisory experience.

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 + years

05

Do you understand that you must possess a valid Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with air brake certification before the hire date?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you understand that you must possess a Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's Permit with air brake certification by first day of employment?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you understand that a Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with air brake certification is required and must be obtained within six months of the date of hire or promotion?

• Yes
• No

08

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

09

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. Any false or incomplete answer may be grounds for not employing me or for dismissing me after I begin work.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Ocala

Address 110 SE Watula Ave

City Hall, 3rd Floor

Ocala, Florida, 34471

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