Class Code: 07103
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR III
SUMMARY: Under
general to limited supervision, operates a variety of light to heavy
construction equipment to complete a variety of construction/maintenance
related work with defined lead worker responsibility.
TASKS:
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Performs a variety
of required equipment checks and minor maintenance in order to comply with
Federal, State, and County regulations, ensure equipment is in safe operating
condition, and maximize service life of the equipment.
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Performs lead
worker duties on assigned projects including assigning, assisting in, and
inspecting the work of subordinate employees.
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Hauls a variety
of materials to/from the job site in order to facilitate completing assigned
project.
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Interacts with
the public in order to answer questions or identify their service needs.
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Hauls a variety
of construction equipment to and from the job site in order to facilitate
completing assigned project.
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Maintains a
variety of landscape and special habitat areas in order to ensure safety of the
public and maintain appropriate appearance of parks and other public areas.
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Piles disposed
materials in order to prevent contamination, maximize space utilization,
prevent fires, and facilitate safe landfill operation.
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Checks for
hazardous materials in order to ensure they are not mixed with other materials
and contaminate the site.
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Maintains a
variety of asphalt street/road surfaces in order to maintain streets and roads
in safe driving condition.
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Completes a
variety of maintenance and repair projects as assigned.
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Performs related
work as required.
KNOWLEDGE,
ABILITIES AND SKILLS – REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE: (Applicants
are expected to possess the required Knowledges, Abilities, and/or Skills
listed below prior to being hired for positions in this job title.)
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Knowledge of
operating principles and procedures for a variety of light to heavy
construction equipment.
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Knowledge of the
capabilities and use of a variety of light to heavy construction equipment.
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Knowledge of
procedures and practices for handling a variety of construction materials.
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Knowledge of
basic mathematics, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division,
and geometry.
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Knowledge of
procedures for performing safety/maintenance checks on a variety of light to
heavy construction equipment.
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Knowledge of
safe operating procedures for a variety of hand and power tools.
·
Knowledge of
Occupational Health and Safety Administration and related safety procedures and
regulations for completing a variety of construction and/or maintenance
projects.
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Ability to
operate a variety of light to heavy construction equipment to complete projects
within approved tolerances.
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Ability to read,
understand, and follow technical instructions regarding equipment operation,
safety, and material handling.
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Ability to plan
and organize work projects.
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Ability to lift
and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
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Ability to
calculate distance, volume, and angles using addition, subtraction,
multiplication, division, and geometry.
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Ability to serve
the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with
the letter and spirit of Broward County=s Ethics and Conflict of Interest policies.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and
appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic
backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, ethnicity,
disability, sexual orientation, marital status or political affiliation.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS – NOT REQUIRED AT
TIME OF HIRE BUT EXPECTED TO BE DEVELOPED ON THE JOB:
(The following Knowledges, Abilities, and/or Skills
listed below, although considered to be necessary in order to perform the work
of this job title, are not required at time of hire.)
·
Knowledge of
established customer service policies, procedures, and techniques.
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Ability to
multi-task.
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Ability to plan
and organize work projects.
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Ability to
operate radio communications equipment.
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Ability to
communicate effectively orally and in writing.
DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from high school; three (3) years full time, skilled
construction/maintenance work involving the operation of light to heavy
equipment; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Must possess a valid Florida Class
B Commercial Driver=s License.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Bargaining Unit: Blue Collar
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Code of Ethics
Certification: No
Class Spec. Estab/Revised: E 10/1976
R 06/2004