Heavy Equipment Operator
State of Florida
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: WELAKA • Florida • United States
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Salary
💰 $19 per hour
About the role
- This is a skilled position responsible for statewide road construction, maintenance and improvements on state forests and other publicly owned lands managed by the Florida Forest Service
- Operates heavy equipment in the construction, improvement and maintenance of forest roads, culverts, bridges, streamside erosion control, road closures and permanent boundary and fire lines
- Responsible for coordination and operation of road tractors to transport heavy equipment, vehicles, federal excess property and construction materials to destinations throughout Florida
- Responsible for assisting, as needed, with the maintenance and upkeep of various state forest recreation areas
Requirements
- A high school diploma or its equivalent
- ALL POSITIONS WITHIN THIS CLASS REQUIRE POSSESSION OF A VALID DRIVER LICENSE
- The incumbent must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL), with tanker endorsement within six (6) months of appointment
- Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment in the position in accordance with Section 112.0455 F.S.
Benefits
- Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*)
- Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b)
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
heavy equipment operationroad constructionmaintenanceculvert installationbridge constructionerosion controlroad closure managementboundary line establishmentfire line constructiontransportation of heavy equipment
Certifications
high school diplomavalid driver licenseClass A Commercial Driver License (CDL)tanker endorsement