Light Equipment Operator

Light Equipment Operator

Salary

$18.14 Hourly

Location

Kissimmee, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

02894

Department

ROAD & BRIDGE

Opening Date

03/30/2026

Closing Date

4/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Description of Duties

NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.

Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to perform skilled vehicle and light equipment operation in the construction, maintenance and repair tasks associated with County infrastructure development and public properties management. Employee functions at entry level, where area of assignment may include but is not limited to, road and bridge, solid waste, utilities systems and public works installation, maintenance and operations. Employee has knowledge and proficiency gained through training and experience. Performs related work as directed.

Essential Job Functions

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Operates light vehicles and equipment in the installation, maintenance and repair functions associated with the assigned functional area; depending on area of assignment, operates equipment that includes, but is not necessarily limited to, flatbed, compactors, back-hoes, loaders, chippers, pan, dozer, drag lines, forklifts, graders, stripers, rollers, loaders, trenchers, hydraulic excavator, semi-tractor trailer, truck mounted crane and heavy equipment/trucks.
• Identifies potential hazards for the general public during installation, maintenance and repair projects; determines appropriate equipment operating procedures accordingly.
• Performs labor intensive, moderately complex construction, grounds maintenance and repair work; works independently or as part of a work crew in installation, maintenance and repair activities in the management and care of County infrastructure and properties in one or more of the skilled and semi-skilled disciplines, e.g plumbing, masonry, carpentry, flooring, irrigation electric, asphalt repairs, sandbag/headwall repairs, sod installation, etc.
• Participates in the construction, renovation and restoration of streets, bridges, solid waste, utility systems and public works landscapes and grounds.
• Performs work in the safe and proper operation of tools, vehicles and equipment in compliance with prescribed safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in work-site safety set-up, e.g., sets barricades and cones, preps for excavation and confined space entry, performs traffic control in accordance with uniform work zone safety standards.
• Inspects completed work for proper operation, adherence to work orders, and safety.
• Performs general maintenance and upkeep of equipment and machinery, e.g., lubricates, services and fuels vehicles and equipment; performs routine light maintenance to vehicles and equipment; washes and maintains vehicles and equipment.
• Attends safety meetings and/or participate in safety inspections.
• Performs inspection and recording duties as prescribed by department, County, State and related regulatory standards, policies, procedures and requirements.
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: One (1) year responsible experience in the operation of a wide variety of construction, maintenance and repair vehicles, light equipment and machinery; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Miscellaneous:

• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Florida Drivers License (Passenger, Hazardous Materials, and/or Tanker endorsement may be required depending on area of assignments).
• Class B is acceptable with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within three (3) months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to read and interpret various documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and related documentation.
• Ability to operate various vehicles, trucks, light construction equipment and machinery, and other gasoline and diesel driven motors, e.g., service trucks, forklifts, back hoe, grader, bulldozer, dump trucks.
• Knowledge of the safe and proper use and care of manual, electrical, gas and hydraulic powered tools and equipment used in the assigned functional area.
• Knowledge of the proper placement of barricades and signage for road and lane closures needed for the protection of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Ability to perform physically demanding manual labor.
• Ability to make minor adjustments or repairs to construction machinery, tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of the hazards involved and of applicable safety precautions and established safety precautions essential in avoidance of injury or accidents.
• Ability to perform physically demanding manual labor, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (50-100 pounds).
• Ability to work in temperatures exceeding 100 degrees for extended periods of time.
• Ability to withstand exposure to dust, mold, fiberglass and various chemicals.

Physical Demand Requirements:

Physical Demand: Heavy

• 100 pounds maximum lifting.
• Frequent (up to 2/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
• Physical demand requirements are in excess of medium work.

Employee Benefits

Welcome to a workplace that values you. Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit your needs and the needs of your family.

Join us in making a difference in our community, knowing we're here to support you every step of the way.

Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83.5% to the dependent(s) premium coverage.

Deductions Per Paycheck - HRA Base Plan

Coverage

Employee

Employee + 1

Family

Health-HRA Base

$0.00

$130.46

$202.93

HRA Buy-Up

$37.60

$174.33

$271.19

Dental Base

$0.00

$12.72

$23.42

Dental Buy-Up

$3.35

$19.24

$32.63

Vision

$3.42

$6.84

$9.15

Short-Term Disability

$0.00

N/A

N/A

Long-Term Disability

$0.00

N/A

N/A

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee's weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family members at no cost.

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Wellness Program promotes a variety of activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Gym Membership Reimbursement, up to $20.00 per month.

Basic Life Insurance Policy

At no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.

Employee Health Center

The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Health Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Health Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.

Employees who are enrolled on the County's Medical plan have access to the Employee Health Center on day one of employment. The Health Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.

Vacation & Sick Leave Accruals

Service Time

Accruals Per Month

1 month - 5 years

8 hours

5 years and 1 month - 10 years

10 hours

10 years and 1 month - 15 years

12 hours

15 years and 1 month - 20 years

13.34 hours

20 years and over

16.66 hours

Sick Leave Accruals

Classification

Accruals Per Month

Full time employees

8 hours

Part time employees

4 hours

Paid Holidays

Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday (to be chosen by the Employee)

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Thanksgiving - Day After
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

Administrative Leave

40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year for Exempt employees.

Sick Leave Bank

Available to employees experiencing a catastrophic medical related event, with up to 240 hours per fiscal year. Enrollment required.

Vacation/Sick Leave Buy-Back Program

Eligible employees may sell back up to eighty (80) hours of accrued leave per fiscal year. (This program is subject to availability of funds and may be amended or terminated at any time without notice.)

Paid Bereavement Leave

Up to five (5) working days off.

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $1,600 per Fiscal Year, for degree seeking employees. Degree must be related to employee's current position.

Membership in the Florida Retirement System

The County is a Florida Retirement System Employer! For Fiscal Year 2025, County contribution for Regular Class members is 13.63%, subject to a mandatory 3% employee contribution. Rates and Contributions are set by Florida Legislation.

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program is also available to help employees boost their retirement saving goals, with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, as well as IRA plan options. Employee sponsored.

Employee Recognition Program

We see your hard work, and we celebrate it! Through our Employee Appreciation Committee and the "Youve Been Caught Doing Good" program, we recognize outstanding performance or accomplishments with prizes including monetary rewards and merchandise.

01

Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of responsible experience in the operation of a wide variety of construction, maintenance and repair vehicles, light equipment and machinery do you have? (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application.) If none, list N/A.

03

Are you a U.S. Military Veteran?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you electing to claim Veterans Preference? (If electing to claim Veterans Preference, please make sure to complete the Veterans Preference Eligibility Form located on the home page of NeoGov.)

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess a valid Class A Commercial (CDL) Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Osceola County

Address 1 Courthouse Square, Suite 4200

Kissimmee, Florida, 34741

Phone 407-742-1200

Website http://www.osceola.org