Equipment Operator II

In this role, you will...

• Operate a grapple truck for the tree crew to remove debris. 
• Transport and operate tractors and skid steers to remove large tree and landscape debris. 
• Operate bushhogs, zero-turn and 11’ rotary mowers to mow areas in Parks, Beaches, and other County-owned and maintained properties.  
• Use of handheld tools in accomplishing daily tasks and debris removal at various park locations. Tools to include string trimmer, blower, rake, shovel, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment that is used in accordance with maintenance standards.  Troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed.
• Complete assigned work orders productively and professionally. Use various Microsoft and other software applications to complete other related duties.

• Full-Time, 40 hours per week.
• Typical Schedule: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency.

• High School Diploma or its equivalent AND one (1) year of experience in the operation and routine maintenance of one or more pieces of the equipment described herein.
• Must have a valid Florida Class B CDL or greater.
• Valid Florida driver's license by date of hire

• Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
• For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.
• Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. 
• Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​

We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.

Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally. 

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