Heavy Equipment Operator
Description
Lee County's Department of Transportation is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. In this job, you will help with road and field work by driving and operating different types of equipment. In this role, you will work outdoors, help keep traffic safe, and support our crews on many kinds of projects. If you enjoy hands-on work and being part of a team, this is a great opportunity.
Duties and Responsibilities
What You Will Do
Drive a dump truck to take materials to job sites and to the DOT yard
Use a spreader box to place materials where needed
Perform skilled work operating large vehicles and public works equipment to maintain County right of ways
Set up, maintain, and break down safe work zones in compliance with traffic regulations and IMOT standards
Complete in-house training to obtain IMOT certification
Assist with pipe installation as needed
Complete minor equipment maintenance, inspections, and basic servicing
Maintain daily logs and promptly report equipment concerns
Follow all safety rules, procedures, and regulations
Support supervisors and crew members and work effectively as part of a team
Perform other related duties as assigned
Education, Experience, Licensing
What We're Looking For
High School Diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
One (1) year of heavy equipment operation or closely related experience, such as: Roadway or public works maintenance
Canal, stormwater, or drainage work
Construction or sitework
Mechanical or equipment operation
Grounds or land maintenance
Any similar hands-on job involving vehicles or machinery
Ability to work safely and follow all procedures in a safety-sensitive role
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Requirements To Apply
Candidates must obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) before applying .
Candidates with an out-of-state CDL must obtain a Florida-issued CDL within sixty (60) days of relocating to Florida.
After hire, the selected candidate must obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months.
Learn More
Information on CDL requirements, testing, and how to obtain your CLP through Lee County can be found at:
https://leetc.com/drivers-licenses/commercial-driver-license/
Preferred Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License
Previous experience driving or operating heavy machinery on work sites
Safety-Sensitive Position This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing in accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR Parts 40 and/or 382).
Employees will complete in-house training for IMOT certification and will be responsible for setting up and removing Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) work zones.
Extra Skills Able to use hand tools, power tools, and equipment safely
Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
Good teamwork and communication skills
Able to solve simple equipment or material issues on the job
Supplemental Information
Work Schedule
Tuesday-Friday 7:00 AM- 5:30 PM
Weekend or emergency response work may be required
Additional hours may be needed during weather events or special operations
Why Join Us?
In this hands-on role, your work directly supports the safety and efficiency of Lee County's transportation system. You'll receive competitive pay, solid benefits, and a dependable retirement plan through the State of Florida. Most importantly, you'll join a team that takes pride in keeping our community's roads, drainage systems, and public spaces in top condition.
About the Department
The Lee County Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, builds, and maintains the county's roadway network. The department provides services such as roadway construction, traffic operations, drainage improvements, sidewalk installation, landscaping, and more. DOT is committed to safety, quality, and reliable service that supports a safe and efficient transportation system for all who travel through Lee County.
About Lee County
Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.
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: This job 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. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor. The job description supersedes prior job descriptions. When duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity. 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.