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In 2019 St. Johns County was ranked the 10th fastest growing county in the United States showcasing that there is truly something for everyone in St. Johns County!\nSt. Johns County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified Vacuum Truck Operators to join our well-established Road & Bridge Division, headquartered in beautiful St. Augustine, Florida.\nAs one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, St. Johns County continues to invest in safe, reliable, and efficient infrastructure for residents, businesses, and visitors.\nSt. Johns County offers participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), fourteen paid holidays each year, plus two weeks of paid vacation and two weeks of paid sick time. Uniforms and all PPE are provided, as well as a boot allowance. Training and certifications are strongly supported and provided for by the division.\nAbout Road & Bridge\nThe Road & Bridge Division is responsible for maintaining county roadways, bridges, and drainage systems. Work includes roadway and pothole repair, sidewalk construction, drainage pipe and structure maintenance, ditch excavation, tree trimming and removal, roadside mowing, and other essential infrastructure tasks. Safety is our top priority, and employees work cooperatively as part of maintenance crews to complete work in a safe, effective, and professional manner.\nVacuum Truck Operators support Road & Bridge’s stormwater and drainage operations by safely and efficiently operating Vac-Con or similar high-capacity vacuum and jetting equipment. They perform essential tasks such as cleaning and clearing drainage pipes, culverts, inlets, and swales; removing sediment and debris; restoring proper stormwater flow; and assisting with emergency response during heavy rain events. Operators also perform manual labor as needed, conduct routine equipment inspections, maintain accurate work documentation, and contribute to the overall safety, effectiveness, and professionalism of the division.\nPosition Overview\nThe Vacuum Truck Operator works independently and as part of a crew to maintain St. Johns County’s roadway and drainage systems. Operators must competently operate a Vac-Con or similar high-capacity vacuum and jetting unit to clean, clear, and maintain stormwater infrastructure including pipes, culverts, inlets, and swales. Work performed to support the division’s overall stormwater and roadway preservation efforts.\nESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES\nFollows safety guidelines and installs safe work zones; flags traffic.\nOperates a vacuum truck to clean piped storm drainage systems.\nInspects and maintains vacuum truck.\nAssists supervisors in the scheduling of vacuum truck maintenance.\nAssists with manual labor associated with road and drainage maintenance and construction.\nOperates dump truck and related equipment.\nAttends safety, administrative, and training classes.\nResponds to after-hours emergencies.\nMaintains a full-time presence on the job.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\nESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS\nHigh school diploma or equivalent recognized certification.\nA minimum of two (2) years of experience in the operation of vacuum trucks, heavy equipment, or related equipment used in roadway drainage, or utility maintenance. Relevant experience obtained through an apprenticeship or internship may be considered toward meeting the experience requirement.\nMust possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License class B with an N-tanker endorsement.\nMust be able to safely operate a vacuum truck related equipment in field conditions, including confined spaces, high-traffic areas, and adverse weather.\nMust possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively serve the public, coordinate with crew members, and follow supervisor direction.\nMust be able to comprehend, speak and write the English language.\nMust be able to operate a computer.\nESSENTIAL SKILLS\nKnowledge of departmental and county policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations. \nKnowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance and operation procedures. \nKnowledge of road construction materials, principles, tools and practices.\nSkill in the operation of a variety of vehicles and motorized equipment.\nSkill in the use of assigned tools. \nSkill in oral and written communication. \nENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS\nWorking Conditions may include some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.), extreme noises, odors, heights and/or dust.\nRisk/Safety Conditions: This position has some exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, assault and battery, heavy equipment, communicable diseases, etc.). This position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include completing and successfully passing medical evaluations or clearances.\nPhysical Activity may include sitting, walking, lifting heavy objects up to 25lbs, kneeling, crouching, reaching, or standing.\nSalary Range:\n$44,366.40 - $59,800.00\nSalary is determined based on your experience and education. If selected for this role, a comprehensive compensation review will be completed prior to extending an offer.\n\nPlease include detailed information about your experience and education in your application materials.\nCompensation Grade:\nBCC PG12Department:\nRoad and BridgesLocation:\n2740 Industry Center Road\nSt. Augustine, FL 32084\nSt. Johns County Board of County Commissioners is a drug free workplace and equal opportunity employer. All employment actions are taken without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, handicap, disability, marital status, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.\nVETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.\nAn applicant eligible for Veteran's Preference who believes he or she was not afforded employment preferences in accordance with Florida law may file a complaint requesting an investigation with the Florida department of veterans affairs. Veteran's Preference Coordinator, 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL 33778. A complaint must be filed within 60 calendar days from the date that the notice of hiring decision is received by the applicant or within three calendar months of the date of the application is filed within the employer if no notice is given. 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