Equipment Operator II - Public Works Department (Roads)

Close Date: September 30, 2026

This class drives and operates general, small, and simple road construction and maintenance-of-way equipment, as assigned daily.

This is a "mandatory-testing" position that requires Drug Testing.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

May operate a variety of general, small, and simple equipment in the performance of construction, maintenance, and repair work to streets, landscaped areas, landfills, and/or other related areas, which may include: loaders, skid steers, knuckle boom loaders, track hoes, gradalls, bush hogs, flatbeds, chainsaws, weed eaters, and/or other related equipment

Inspects, maintains, and performs basic repair to equipment

Utilizes a two-way radio and/or hand signals to communicate information to work crewmembers

Operates a variety of small motorized and/or hand tools if performing manual labor activities

Maintains a variety of records, logs, and applicable documentation

Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

Positions assigned to Roads and Bridges may be responsible for:

Applying reflective thermo strips to roads at cross walks and stop walks

May operate a variety of general, small, and simple equipment in the performance of construction, maintenance, and repair work to streets, landscaped areas, landfills, and/or other related areas, which may include: loaders, skid steers, knuckle boom loaders, track hoes, gradalls, bush hogs, flatbeds, chainsaws, weed eaters, and/or other related equipment

Inspects, maintains, and performs basic repair to equipment

Utilizes a two-way radio and/or hand signals to communicate information to work crewmembers

Operates a variety of small motorized and/or hand tools if performing manual labor activities

Maintains a variety of records, logs, and applicable documentation

Applying reflective thermo strips to roads at cross walks and stop walks

Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Training and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and some experience with heavy equipment, farm implements or equipment, and/or construction equipment; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Commercial driver's license

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics (KSAO's):

Occupational hazards and safety precautions;

General equipment and vehicle maintenance principles;

Customer service principles;

Safe driving practices.

Providing customer service;

Caring for and operating motor vehicles and applicable equipment;

Maintaining records;

Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

County-wide Employee Responsibilities:

All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Escambia County BCC employees must 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, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Emergency Management Responsibilities:

During emergency conditions, the incumbent of this position will automatically be considered an emergency service worker. This employee is subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and is expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require: balancing, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, hearing, seeing, finger and hand dexterity as well as repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and intense noises.

Benefits/Compensation Package:

• Medical / Dental / Vision plans
• Prescription coverage
• Employee health clinic
• Employee fitness centers
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan or an investment plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual/Sick Leave or Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Group Life Insurance