City Of Fellsmere is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator in Town of Florida

Please email the job application to Finance Director Kimberly Warren: financedirector [at] cityoffellsmere.org (financedirector[at]cityoffellsmere[dot]org)

Department: Public Works
Location: City of Fellsmere, Florida

Position Overview
The City of Fellsmere is seeking a skilled and reliable Equipment Operator to join our Public Works Department. This position plays an essential role in maintaining and improving the city’s infrastructure, parks, roadways, and public spaces. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, safety-minded, and committed to delivering high-quality service to our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment such as loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, mowers, and tractors.
• Assist with stormwater infrastructure and system maintenance upkeep.
• Assist with construction, maintenance, and repair of city streets, sidewalks, drainage systems, parks, and facilities.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment; report issues and coordinate necessary repairs.
• Ensure safe operation of all machinery and compliance with city, state, and federal safety standards.
• Support crews with manual labor as needed, including debris removal, landscaping, asphalt repair, and storm response.
• Respond to emergency situations such as flooding, roadway blockages, or storm damage.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed, materials used, and equipment operated.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in equipment operation, public works, construction, or related field.
• Knowledge of safe equipment operation, traffic control, and work zone safety.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus given the community served.

Working Conditions

• Outdoor work environment with exposure to heat, rain, and varying weather conditions.
• May be required to work evenings, weekends, or emergency call-outs during storms or critical events.
• Position involves frequent lifting, bending, and operating machinery for extended periods.

Why Join Us
At the City of Fellsmere, you’ll be part of a close-knit team that takes pride in serving a unique and growing community. Public Works is the backbone of our city—keeping our streets safe, our parks welcoming, and our neighborhoods prepared for the future. If you value hands-on work and making a visible impact where you live, this role offers that opportunity every day.

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