Equipment Operator I
Salary
$19.42 - $26.39 Hourly
Location
2500 NW 1st Ave Bldg A, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
04661-01
Department
Public Works and Engineering
Division
Streets 44/11101
Opening Date
06/29/2026
Closing Date
7/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
B
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GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:
Performs intermediate semiskilled work in the operation of motorized equipment; does related work as required.
Work is performed under regular supervision.
Essential Functions
TYPICAL FUNCTIONS:
Operates a dump truck and other equipment in connection with the transportation of dirt, sand, stone, gravel, asphalt, rock, and supplies;
Operates a light truck in carrying tools, equipment, and supplies to and from jobs;
Operates tractor cutting grass, edges bike paths, trims trees, and patches drainpipes.
RELATED TASKS:
Operates medium to heavy equipment;
Performs maintenance and construction work as necessary;
Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing trucks and related light motorized construction and maintenance equipment; general knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operations; some knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of construction and maintenance equipment; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; mechanical aptitude; ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and six (6) months of experience in the operation of motorized equipment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL drivers license with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years.
Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to date of hire, and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.
POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:
The background check process for this position may include:
The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veterans Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY
SEIU Employees
ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.
0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month
5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month
10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month
15 years and over 14 hours per month
CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.
SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:
Continuous years of service Percentage
Less than 2 full years 0%
2 to 5 full years 10%
5 to 10 full years 20%
10 full years or more 30%
Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%
HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.
CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows:
5 to 10 full years $600 annually
10 to 15 full years $800 annually
15 full years and over $1,000 annually
RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:
Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.
HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1 floating holiday. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.
FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of State
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City's Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.
MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.
EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cignas Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
02
Have you used tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, and snuff) or electronic cigarettes (according to the CDC electronic cigarette is defined as "e-cigs," "e-hookahs," "mods," "vape pens," "vapes," "vaping", "tank systems," and "electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS)" within the last 12 months from the date of application?
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What is the highest level of education you have completed? NOTE: You must attach proof (diploma or degree or transcripts) of highest education completed with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration.
04
How many years of experience do you have in operating motorized equipment?
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Do you possess a valid State of Florida CDL class "B" drivers license or higher with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years? NOTE: You must attach proof of a valid license with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration.
Required Question
Employer City of Boca Raton
Address 201 W. Palmetto Park Road
Boca Raton, Florida, 33432
Phone 561-393-7805
Website http://www.myboca.us