Heavy Eqmt Oper I - PW Construction (23304)

Brevard County is an EEO and Veteran's Preference employer. Full Time Open Until Filled. $21.23 to $23.35 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Central Area/Merritt Island. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Performs entry-level crafts and trades work in the operation and routine maintenance of heavy equipment, and may perform related manual labor. Employee may rotate among various pieces of equipment or may be permanently assigned to a specific piece of equipment. REQUIREMENTS : One (1) year of experience in the operation and routine maintenance of heavy equipment, including a Front-End Loader or Rubber Tire Backhoe (or similar type of excavator) used in the construction of roads, drainage, and sidewalk projects, OR six (6) months of on-the-job training within the County in the operation of minor heavy equipment and achieve departmental standards for operating equipment, OR successful completion of a six (6) month heavy equipment operator training program from an accredited school. Successful completion of course work in heavy equipment operation at a post-secondary school may be substituted on a year for year basis for a maximum of one year (1,080 class hours [1 school year] = 1 year of experience; 120 class hours = 1 month of experience). Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. Experience in underground utilities is preferred. Experience utilizing a mobile device to document all work through a work management system that includes opening and closing work orders and uploading photos is preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must possess a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the safe and effective operation of a Front-End Loader or Rubber Tire Backhoe (or similar type of excavator) and be able to pass a skills test. This is heavy physical labor performed primarily outdoors with exposure to dust, construction debris, noise, traffic, moving machinery, water, and extreme weather conditions. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or manmade disaster, which may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.