Heavy Equipment Operator, Senior
Description
Lee County's Department of Transportation is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator, Senior to help keep our roads, sidewalks, and public spaces clean and safe. In this role, you will operate sweepers, trucks, mowers, and other equipment to support daily roadway upkeep across the county.
If you enjoy hands-on outdoor work and take satisfaction in improving the spaces people use every day, this may be the job for you.
Duties and Responsibilities
What You'll Do
Drive a motorized street sweeper and other equipment to clean streets, gutters, sidewalks, and bike paths.
Respond to roadway incidents and help move debris or hazardous materials.
Use a variety of tools and machines, including trucks with trailers, zero-turn mowers, and other equipment.
Report pavement damage, large debris, or other safety issues.
Clear trash, dirt, small plants, and other items blocking the right-of-way.
Apply herbicides as directed.
Routinely check and maintain the tools and machines you use.
Help other crews as needed.
Use traffic rules to keep workers and drivers safe.
Fill in for the Lead Operator by recording daily work, guiding coworkers, and reporting to the Project Manager.
Education, Experience, Licensing
What We're Looking For
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation or a GED
Three (3) years of heavy equipment or closely related experience
Ability to work in a safety-sensitive position and comply with DOT Drug & Alcohol testing requirements
Licensing Requirements
Valid Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with Air Brakes Endorsement.
Safety-Sensitive Position
This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing under DOT regulations (49 CFR Parts 40 and/or 382).
Supplemental Information
Work Schedule: Tuesday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
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 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.