NEOGOV · 5 months ago
Equipment Operator III - Environmental Services
Panama City, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelNEOGOV is seeking an Equipment Operator III to join the Public Works department in Panama City, FL. The role involves operating heavy construction equipment and performing manual labor tasks, especially in solid waste management, while also being prepared for emergency duties during adverse weather conditions.
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Responsibilities
Drives and operates a truck/trailer/or boom truck combination vehicle used to collect and haul yard trash and bulk waste from an assigned collection route
Operates front loader with accuracy and skill in extremely limited space areas
Operates all other related solid waste equipment
Performs pre-trip/post-trip inspections for all equipment assigned
Performs duties while being frequently exposed to outside weather conditions and to wet and humid conditions
Checks equipment for routine servicing needs and maintenance work
Cleans solid waste debris off equipment and inside the truck body daily
Assist with additional shifts, which may include some weekends
Acts as primary backup for other levels of equipment operators
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma
Possess and maintain a current Florida CDL Class B License with air brakes endorsement
Thorough knowledge of the operation, maintenance, adaptability, limitations and safety precautions of equipment
Strong desire to operate at the highest level of safety possible, including the ability to troubleshoot and anticipate safer methodology for operation
Exceptional driving skills, including the desire and ability to follow all rules of the road and courteous defensive driving tactics
Excellent knowledge of traffic regulations and safe driving practices
Skill in the care and safe operation of assigned equipment
Ability to understand and carry out general written and oral instructions
Physical strength and agility sufficient to do strenuous laboring tasks under varying weather conditions, including shoveling, carrying, lifting, etc
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative, courteous and effective working relationships with other departments, fellow team members, vendors, contractors and the general public
Knowledge of hazardous types of waste/materials
Ability to safely access equipment while maintaining three points of contact at all times
Benefits
12 Days of Paid Time Off
12 Days of Paid Sick leave– 6 may be used for family
12 Days of Paid Holidays
Birthday Leave
Bereavement Leave
Military Leave
Social Event Outings
Employee Assistance Program
Medical Benefits-Team Member (ZERO cost option available)
Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)
Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)
Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)
Vision Benefits
Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)
Wellness Incentive Program
Health Savings Account/ Medical FSA
General Employee Retirement Pension Fund (10% of annual compensation)
Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services
City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)
Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children
Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
Accidental Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Education Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement
Job Stability & Security
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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