Heavy Equipment Operator - Roadway Job at Lee County Board of County Commissione

Heavy Equipment Operator - Roadway Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty/jobs/newprint/4664019) Apply  Heavy Equipment Operator - Roadway Salary $20.00 Hourly Location Fort Myers, FL Job Type Full-Time Regular Job Number 07281PC Department D O T Operations Opening Date 09/19/2024 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Description Benefits Questions Description The Lee County Department of Transportation is seeking dedicated individuals to fill the role of Heavy Equipment Operator. The incumbent will play a crucial part in operating a variety of heavy equipment to support road construction, maintenance, and infrastructure projects. This role operates under general supervision with defined procedures while allowing autonomy in task completion. Adherence to DOT regulations and a strong focus on safety and efficiency are essential for success in this position. Duties and Responsibilities This position primarily involves: Daily operation of the asphalt patch truck and asphalt compactor. Daily raking of asphalt. Weekly operation of the attenuator truck. Occasional driving of a dump truck. Use of hand power tools, including cutoff saws and jackhammers, as needed. Assisting other crews on an as-needed basis. Education, Experience, Licensing Minimum Qualifications 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 & 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. Preferred Qualifications Possession of a valid Class A CDL is preferred. Supplemental Information Must be able to stand, sit, crawl, or kneel for long periods and work outdoors in all types of weather. Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with team members. The work days and hours for this position are Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm. What makes this opportunity right for you: At L ee 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 providing competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits , as well as being a participant in a robust State of Florida pension and investment retirement plans . Additionally, we strongly believe in cultivating long-lasting relationships with our employees through promotional opportunities and career ladders across our organization. At Lee County Government, we do this by supporting your career development and growth through mentoring programs, and on-the-job training to help you achieve your goals. Every day at Lee County Government, you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference within our own community. Benefits Include: Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Disability Insurance: Both short-term and long-term options Life Insurance: Including Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) 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 and 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. Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area. Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria. Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both. Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees. For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf. To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf Health Benefits: • Medical Insurance • Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits. • Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available. • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts • Medical Reimbursement Account • Dependent Care Reimbursement Account • Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy • Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline) • Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee) • Optional Life Insurance • Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee) • Short-Term Disability • Sick Leave Pool • Flu vaccinations • Wellness Programs Financial Benefits: • Florida Retirement System (FRS) • Two Retirement Plan Options: 1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit) 2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution) • Deferred Compensation (457) Plans • Financial Savings/Management Programs • Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union • Employee Leave Benefits • Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually • Paid Sick Leave • Paid Vacation Leave • Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave • Family and Medical Leave • Military Family & Medical Leave • Educational Leave Employee Assistance Program Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents. United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program) Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors. Educational Assistance Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform. 01 Do you possess any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to High School graduation or GED equivalent and one year of heavy equipment operation or closely related experience? Yes No 02 If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please explain your education and/or experience that qualifies you for this position including employment history and dates. 03 Do you possess a valid Class B CDL with Airbrake Endorsement and an acceptable driving record? I possess a valid Class B CDL with Air Brakes endorsements and an acceptable driving record. I possess a valid Class A CDL with Air Brakes endorsement and an acceptable driving record. I do not possess a valid Class B CDL with Air Brakes endorsements and an acceptable driving record. Required Question Agency Lee County Government Address P.O. Box 398 ATT: Human Resources Fort Myers, Florida, 33902 Phone (239) 533-2245 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email