Lee County Government BOCC is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator in Fort Myers

Ready to make a real impact?This position is your chance to keep our infrastructure pristine by cleaning culverts and piped drainage systems with the powerful Vac-Con sewer/pipe cleaning machine. Why Join Us?The Department of Transportation (DOT) is on the lookout for a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator whose up for the challenge of operating various types of heavy machinery. Your expertise will ensure our construction and maintenance projects are completed safely and efficiently. Duties and Responsibilities Participate in roadway maintenance, culvert pipe cleaning, and other drainage systems. Operate a Vac-Con sewer/pipe cleaning machine. Independently complete assigned labor tasks and maintain work schedules. Report to a Crew Supervisor who provides assistance with unusual or difficult problems and inspects completed work for quality and compliance with time schedules. Complete daily tasks in an Asset Management system. Prepare estimates, requisitions, and specifications for supplies and materials. Perform other job duties as assigned. Education, Experience, Licensing Minimum Requirements: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to High School graduation or GED equivalent and one year of heavy equipment operation or closely related experience. This is a safety-sensitive position, which is subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace testing as provided in DOT regulation 49CFR-parts 40 and /or 382. Licenses: Possession of a valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement and an acceptable driving record is required. Supplemental Information Experience with Vac-Con machines. Lead work experience. Strong knowledge and skills in equipment maintenance and use of trade tools, materials, and practices. Basic computer skills. Ability to follow oral and written instructions with minimal supervision. Knowledge of traffic regulations and ability to set up a safe work zone. Physical ability to lift, push, pull, or move up to 70 pounds. Ability to stand, crawl, sit, or kneel for long periods in all weather conditions. Work days and hours:Monday - Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. [*What makes this opportunity right for you: At Lee County Government, we look to hire talented and innovative individuals who share our passion and want to make a lasting impact within our community. That's why we offer our employees a premier place to work by providingcompetitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits, as well as being a participant in a robust Stateof Florida pension and investment retirement plans. Benefits Include: *]{#isPasted} Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Disability Insurance: Both short-term and long-term options Life Insurance: Including Accidental Death and Dismemberment (ADandD) Financial Planning: Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care Support Programs: Access to our Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off: Enjoy 11 paid holidays, along with generous vacation and sick leave Recognition and Appreciation: Through our employee appreciation and peer recognition programs Professional Development: Take advantage of numerous employee development opportunities EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities an qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.