Equipment Operator II

About Us

Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City’s mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.

The City of Tallahassee’s workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

Apply On Or Before

Apply on or before 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, September 25, 2025.

Department Name

Community Beautification and Waste Management

Job Specifications

This is skilled work in the operation of moderately (medium) complex maintenance and construction equipment. Work of this class is different from the class of Equipment Operator I in that these employees operate more complex and specialized equipment and are required to exercise considerably more skill and care in the operation of their equipment. On specific assignments, workers are closely supervised. However, on routine assignments, supervision is general in nature. Direction may be given to a small group of unskilled and semi-skilled workers.

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Minimum Training & Experience

Ability to follow either oral or written instructions and two years of experience that includes the operation and maintenance of light trucks or similar equipment.

Necessary Special Requirements

Must possess the appropriate State Commercial Driver License (CDL) and endorsement(s) (CDL) appropriate for the equipment to be operated at the time of appointment or must have passed the appropriate written CDL test/endorsement(s) and obtained a CDL permit at the time of appointment and obtain the appropriate CDL licensure within 60 calendar days from date of employment as a condition for continued employment.

For designated positions allocated to this job class, applicants must obtain the Florida Ornamental and Turf Pesticide license within six months of initial employment and maintain this certification as a condition of continued employment in the position.

For designated positions allocated to this job class, applicants must acquire a Leon County Inmate Supervisory certification within 6 months of initial employment and maintain same, as a condition of continued employment in the position.

For designated positions allocated to this job class, applicants must obtain the Florida Department of Transportation Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic certification within six months of initial employment and maintain this certification as a condition of continued employment in the position.

Salary Range

$15.5059 to $42.0765/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $21.3547/hour

Benefits Information

The City of Tallahassee offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leave
• Defined benefit pension and defined contribution plans
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans

For more information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit or.

Note: OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays. Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the City’s benefits programs