Heavy Equipment Operator II

Company Description

The City of Lynn Haven, Florida, is a thriving and fast-growing community located in the heart of Bay County along the beautiful Emerald Coast. With a population of approximately 22,000 residents, Lynn Haven is recognized for its strong sense of community, family-friendly atmosphere, and commitment to excellence in public service. The City provides a full range of municipal services—including public safety (i.e., Police and Fire Departments), utilities, parks and recreation, public works, and community development—while fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and innovation. Guided by a Commission–Manager form of government, Lynn Haven is dedicated to preserving its rich history, supporting sustainable growth, and ensuring a high quality of life for all who live, work, and visit here.

The City of Lynn Haven is an EEO/AA Employer and a Drug-free Workplace.

Job Description

Did you play with TONKA trucks and TONKA equipment as a child?  Do you still see yourself or have experience moving equipment, digging deep holes, and picking up objects with mechanical claws?  Then workings as a HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II for Public Works may be a great position for you!  This is manual work in the operation of small to heavy equipment used in street and stormwater maintenance. This position may also provide heavy equipment transport on our streets and highways, requiring a CDL Class B or higher license.  The Heavy Equipment Operator II safely operates various heavy equipment as assigned and based on capabilities, such as loader, back hoe, mini excavator, asphalt trucks and dump trucks used in transportation of various materials and other heavy equipment; washes, services and makes minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment; reports need for maintenance or repair of equipment to supervisor; participates in maintenance construction and laboring work as directed; and assists team members to ensure the construction job is completed. He or she also inspects assigned equipment to ensure it is working properly before use.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and two years of similar experience in the construction industry. Candidates must be proficient in the operation of hydraulic excavators, graders, and dozers; must know the operational limits and specifications of various heavy equipment; and must be able to use grade checking equipment. We are looking for a self-starter who is prepared to get to work with a positive attitude, who has the physical strength and stamina to perform the rigorous duties of this job.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely operates assigned equipment, including loader, back hoe, mini excavator, asphalt truck, dump truck, and other heavy equipment.
• Inspects assigned equipment prior to operation on a daily basis and reports any issues to supervisor.
• Immediately notifies supervisor of equipment issues that affect life safety and equipment performance.
• Follows all safety and security procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience handling heavy equipment.
• Valid Class B CDL or higher.
• Highly professional and dependable.
• Able to follow spoken and written instructions.
• Must know the operational limits and specifications of the equipment.
• Must follow all safety and health rules and regulations
• Must have the physical ability to navigate a construction site and work in dirty or dusty surroundings; enter/exit machines comfortably; lift/carry objects; stoop, bend, and crouch; use hands, arms, and legs fully; and see well (naturally or with corrective lenses).

Benefits

The City of Lynn Haven offers a competitive, robust benefits plan, with the City covering 100% of the cost of various benefits to Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance and Long-term Disability.  In addition, the employee may opt to add additional insurance.  A list of all available benefits is as follows:

• $50,000 of Life & $50,000 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (provided by the City)
• Long-term Disability Insurance (provided by the City)
• Major Medical Insurance (Florida Blue-Blue Options)
• Dental Insurance (Florida Combined Life)
• Vision Insurance (MetLife VSP)
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Options
• Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance Options
• Flexible Spending Account

Employees also earn Paid Time Off (PTO), 10 Paid Holidays, as well as time off for jury duty, bereavement, and military leave.

The City also provides a DEFINED BENEFIT PENSION PLAN, including a Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP).  

Application Deadline 10.26.26

Interested candidates must submit an online application no later than Monday, October 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CST. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered unless the deadline is formally extended by the City of Lynn Haven.