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NEOGOV · 4 days ago

Special Equipment Operator

NEOGOV is seeking a Special Equipment Operator for Pasco County. The role involves skilled operation of heavy and complex construction and maintenance equipment, leading other operators and laborers in public works activities, and ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of assigned equipment.

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Responsibilities

Operates heavy and complex equipment requiring skill and the exercise of independent judgment
Performs skilled duties in the operation of equipment such as track and wheel excavators, finish graders, landfill compactor, dozer, backhoe, trackhoe, and other heavy equipment operated by the lower class operator
Employee may be hired to operate the tractor trailer hauling 6000-gallon tankers, 32-yard trailer, rock trailer, lowboy, 3300-gallon sludge truck, roll-off truck, five-yard dump truck, jet vactor, T.V. inspection truck, and sealing truck
Acts in a lead worker capacity involving other equipment operators and laborers who are involved in miscellaneous public works and/or utilities/solid waste activities in construction, maintenance, and repair of varied projects
Maintains and services equipment as required
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment to which assigned
Performs related work as required

Qualification

Heavy equipment operationPublic works experienceSafety regulations knowledgeMinor equipment maintenanceEffective communicationTeamwork

Required

Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects
Ability to read for comprehension
Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication
Ability to frequently bend, climb, stoop, squat, and walk
Ability to work for long hours, out-of-doors, occasionally under adverse weather conditions
Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma
Four (4) years of experience in utilities/solid waste and/or public works maintenance and/or construction, which includes two (2) years of experience in the operation of a variety of heavy and complex construction and/or maintenance equipment
Requires a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class 'A'
Some positions require an 'X' endorsement. If required, this endorsement must be obtained within thirty (30) days from the date of hire
Applicants with a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License, Class 'A' temporary permit may apply, but must obtain this license with endorsement within ninety (90) days from the date of hire
Knowledge of the operations of all machines and equipment involved in public works and/or utilities/solid waste activities in construction, maintenance, and repair
Knowledge of both traffic and safety rules as well as knowledge of applicable precautions to be taken to avoid accidents
Knowledge of the practices and techniques applied to the safe operation of heavy equipment
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions
Ability to give instructions and make necessary reports
Skill in minor maintenance of all equipment to which assigned
Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public

Benefits

Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Paid holidays
Group insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Deferred compensation
Medical leave pool
Annual medical leave buy-back
Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

H1B Sponsorship

NEOGOV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (13)
2024 (10)
2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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