Wage: $24.26 - $36.69 hourly (full range)
Status: Full-time; non-exempt
JOB SUMMARYUnder general supervision of the Public Works Utilities Superintendent, a Heavy Equipment Operator operates a variety of light to heavy construction equipment and performs a variety of skilled and semiskilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the Town's water and sewer infrastructure. The operation of backhoe/track-hoe equipment is primary to this position as this equipment is essential in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the underground utility systems. The Heavy Equipment Operator will work on the schedule required to fulfill the position's duties. Work involves choices of action within the limits set by standard practices and procedures. The Heavy Equipment Operator may be called upon to assist with divisions of Public Works, including, but not limited to street and facility maintenance.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTWork is generally performed in an outdoor environment; work schedule is generally M-Fri, 6:00am – 2:30pm and may be subject to change. Work may involve moderate to heavy work in all types of weather. Employees in this position will need to stand, stoop, walk, occasionally lift to 100 pounds and/or heavy objects and may perform other similar actions during the workday. The Town of Florence promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using pre-employment and Department of Transportation mandated drug testing.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSADEQ Water Distribution Grade III certification, ADEQ Wastewater Collections Operator Grade IV certification. Must have and maintain a valid Arizona Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement. Work-Zone certification, Asbestos certification, Trench Safety certification, or be able to obtain within six (6) months from the date of hire.
APPLICATION PROCESSSubmit required Town application to the Human Resources Office; resume accepted as a supplement only (do not write "see resume" on application). Application is available for download at www.florenceaz.gov or obtain at Florence Town Hall, 775 North Main Street, PO Box 2670, Florence, AZ 85132. Human Resources Department (520) 868-7553.
SELECTION CRITERIAApplicants whose experience and training are most closely suited to the requirements of the Town may be selected for further testing/interviews. Criteria will be based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities as shown on the application. The Town of Florence is an EEO/ADA employer.
How To ApplyComplete the Town of Florence Application(s) below to submit a digitally signed copy to the Human Resources Department.
Town of Florence
Human Resources Department
775 North Main Street
PO Box 2670
Florence, AZ 85132
Phone: (520) 868-7553
Fax: (520) 868-7571
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Questions regarding recruitment may be directed to Human Resources at ******. The Town of Florence is an EEO/ADA employer.
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