Heavy Equipment Operator - 3135BR

2121 SW 3rd Ave, Miami FL

Description

Heavy Equipment Operator - 3135BR South Florida Water Management District Miami Field Station Job Description: Operates specialized aquatic plant harvesters such as towboats to cut and/or remove submerged, emergent, and free-floating noxious plants/ vegetation from canals that impede navigation and flow, and degrade water quality. Will be required to also operate multi excavation earthmoving equipment to preserve and maintain ditches, canals, and levee systems. Such equipment includes excavator, backhoe, grader, dozer, front-end loader, dump truck, and knuckle boom. Removes cut plants from the water and stores them on the machine until they can be off-loaded and disposed of properly. Removes vegetation jams and fallen trees that block navigation, access, and water flow. When necessary, enters the water to remove snags, debris, etc. Assists with field surveys to determine the need for and location of aquatic plant control operations. Inspects equipment for safety issues on a daily basis as well as the condition of the worksite prior to setting up equipment. Ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures. Reads and understands: signs, signals, load charts, grade stakes, excavation plans, load charts for dredging operations, operating manuals, and service procedures. Loads haul and dump materials operating a 15-25 yard dump truck, trailer, and transport equipment and machinery on semi-trailer to and from the job site and its loading or off-loading. Measures and verifies levels of rock or gravel, bases, and other excavated material. Monitors gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure equipment is working properly. Operates, inspects, cleans, and performs routine mechanical maintenance on assigned equipment. Moves materials over short distances, such as around a construction site, canal banks, or warehouse. Observes hand signals, grade stakes, and other markings when operating machines so that work can be performed to specifications. Becomes familiar with digging plans, machine capabilities, and limitations, and with efficient and safe digging procedures in a given application. Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with regulations or standards. This position may be required to perform general welding, fabricating, and modifying of materials and equipment. This position requires participation in the Pumping Operations Program as either a Pump Station Assistant (PSA) or a Pump Station Operator (PSO) at any time during your employment.  As a non-pump station employee, you will receive training so that you can provide assistance to the pump station crews during any pumping operations needed whether during normal work shifts, extended day or evening shifts, weekends, or holidays, etc.  Both the PSA and PSO positions require intense training and mastery of controls and operations of each pump station. All other duties as assigned. This position is subject to random mandatory drug and alcohol testing. Work hours are Monday – Thursday from 6:00 am – 4:30 pm. Employment Guidelines: High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years of experience operating and transporting multiple pieces of heavy equipment including excavation and earthmoving equipment, aquatic harvesters, large farm tractors, dump truck with knuckle boom, and lower unit dragline. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. License: Valid State of Florida Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) without restriction to operate a vehicle equipped with airbrakes and manual transmission. Must also have tanker endorsement. If the selected candidate does not currently possess CDL, a CDL learner’s permit is required at the time of hire and the District will provide 3 months from the date of hire to obtain CDL. District willing to pay the cost of CDL training program. Ability to obtain and maintain certification Rigging (one-time certification), Forklift Operations (re-evaluation every year), First Aid, and CPR/ AED (recertification every two years). Ability to obtain dive tender status (one-time requirement). Physical Requirements/Working Environment: Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during, and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role. Primarily fieldwork with regular exposure to unpredictable weather conditions. The work environment may be hot and humid in remote and heavy vegetative areas with no facilities. Overtime will be required based on weather and/or environmental conditions. Regularly sets up, adjusts, controls, tests, and operates equipment to complete assignments. Moves or otherwise transport equipment weighing up to 50 pounds or more. This position normally involves daily travel from the employee’s assigned station to work sites located within the District’s jurisdiction. Some assignments require travel to remote locations and may require travel throughout the state of Florida. Frequently, overnight travel is required for extended periods of time. Veteran’s Preference: Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting. Salary Minimum: $33,404.80 Salary Midpoint: $39,707.20 For more information, and to apply, please visit: EOE.