SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onHighlands County, Florida, United States
About the Mission
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is dedicated to providing a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods. Our vision is to serve the people of Florida with a well-planned network that supports economic growth, prioritizes the environment, and strives to be congestion and fatality-free.
As part of the "OneFDOT" team, we foster a culture built on Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication (TRREC). We encourage our team members to grow through engagement, professional development, and access to hundreds of training courses.
About the Role
Join the Heartland Operations Center in Sebring as a Senior Equipment Operator. In this full-time position, you will be a vital part of the team working to improve safety and enhance mobility across Florida's transportation system. You will operate vehicles and a variety of large equipment, including sewer cleaners and hydraulic excavators, while performing minor maintenance on state roadways.
Your day will involve coordinating and directing maintenance activities for an assigned crew, which may include supervising Department of Corrections inmate crews. You will assist in selecting materials, planning workloads, and maintaining daily records and reports. The role requires performing independent manual labor, temporary traffic control, and basic construction tasks such as carpentry, masonry, and painting. Additionally, you will train crew members in heavy equipment operation and traffic control procedures.
This position is critical for emergency response. Incumbents must be ready to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis and serve on the Transportation Emergency Management Team (TEMT). The role involves working outdoors in various weather conditions, on different terrains, and in high-volume traffic environments.
Hiring Process & Application
To ensure the integrity of our hiring process, all applicants must complete their own work. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited; any breach will result in removal from consideration.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers; visa sponsorship is not available. Applicants must meet specific driving record requirements and register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse. A mandatory drug screening will be performed on successful applicants.
For questions regarding this posting, please contact Timothy Bevins at (863) 471-4869 or Timothy.Bevins@dot.state.fl.us.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
The Florida Department of Transportation values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Veterans' preference is applied in accordance with Florida law.
We value and support the employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and reasonable accommodations are provided upon request in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Florida Statutes.
The State of Florida supports a drug-free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing.
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Frequently asked questions about SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR at State of Florida
What does a SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR at State of Florida do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR at State of Florida will supervise department of corrections inmate crews and oversee crews performing maintenance activities; coordinate and direct maintenance activities including planning workloads, workflows, and deadlines; perform temporary traffic control (maintenance of traffic) and train crew members in its operation; and operate vehicles and large equipment including sewer cleaners and hydraulic excavators for bridge and roadway maintenance.
What are the requirements for this SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR role?expand_more
To qualify for the SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR at State of Florida position, applicants should have: United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers; Two years of experience in operating small/medium equipment and vehicles; Class B CDL with air brakes at time of hire; Obtain CDL Class A Instructional Permit within 60 days of appointment; Obtain CDL Class A license within 10 months of appointment; and Certification in Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) - Intermediate Level within one year.
Where is the SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR role at State of Florida located?expand_more
SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR at State of Florida is based in Highlands County, Florida, United States. This is a on-site role.