Part Time Operator Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $16.07 Hourly
Location : To Be Determined, Jacksonville, FL
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2026-07141
Department: DOWNTOWN INVESTMENT AUTHORITY
Opening Date: 06/09/2026
Closing Date: 6/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Description
This is entry-level maintenance work in performing unskilled and semi-skilled manual labor tasks, which includes general maintenance and upkeep of public parking facilities, providing customer assistance with automated parking devices, collecting parking fees and providing parking instructions. Work requires ability to learn standardized work routines used in collecting fees and cleaning and maintaining parking facilities, which can be learned on the job. Contacts are primarily for the purpose of receiving and exchanging information, requiring normal courtesy, tact and effectiveness in dealing with others. Work follows established routines, standing instructions, and established procedures. Work is repetitive, however exercising good judgment is required to ensure satisfied customers. Work is performed primarily in a field environment of a parking facility with some time spent in a booth or office environment, but the risks and hazards are minimal, known, predictable, and controllable. Uses two-way radio and operates personal computers and other office equipment. Work involves moderate physical activity and demands which may include lifting objects, such as equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. The physical demands consist mainly of walking, standing, and sitting. Work includes night, weekend, and city-observed holiday operations and in extreme weather conditions. The work is performed under immediate supervision where the work assignments are well-detailed and well-prescribed by a superior or covered by established procedures and the worker is not permitted to deviate from established procedures.
Examples of Work

• Monitors assigned facility by walking the facility and ensuring the environment is safe and clean; takes necessary action to correct any situation to the contrary by performing general maintenance or custodial care of the assigned parking facility.
• Performs maintenance tasks, which may include painting, pressure washing, and landscaping.
• Performs custodial tasks including sweeping, dusting, and removal of debris and garbage.
• Monitors customer interaction with the facility ensuring their experience is safe, clean, effortless, and friendly.
• Monitors all automated parking devices and provides preventative maintenance and repair as necessary.
• Assists customers with the use of automated parking devices, issues tickets/invoices and/or observes customers obtaining tickets upon entry, as necessary.
• Collects money, makes change, and accounts for funds received, adhering to the established cash collection policy.
• Loads ticket dispenser; sets clocks for proper time and date; uses two-way radio; and operates control gates, as necessary.
• Observes activity in the facility and reports illegal or unauthorized parking, misuse and abuse of city property, or suspicious activities.
• Works after normal hours for special events by selling tickets for parkers.
• Retrieves reports from automated parking devices, resets computers as needed.
• Reads and complies with written instructions or procedures.
• Operates standard office equipment to include personal computer using word, spreadsheet, database, and related software and two-way radio.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville's competencies.
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Public Parking Division Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Knowledge of various types and operation of equipment, parts, and supplies utilized within the division.
• Ability to coordinate, plan, and implement work schedule and special event schedule for each month.
• Ability to compute parking fees, collect money, make change, and account for funds received.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and apply written material.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment to include personal computer using word, spreadsheet, database, and related software, and other equipment utilized in operating and maintaining parking facilities.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Depending on assignment, must have ability to travel between various locations to meet the assignments of the position.

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

• Ability to read and write English.
• Must be bondable.
• Public or private parking industry experience preferred.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

• Depending on assignment, a valid driver's license may be required and must be maintained during employment in this class.
• Depending on assignment, must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain, and maintain during employment in this class a City of Jacksonville certification as a public driver.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• The probationary period for this class is six months.

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If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here:
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The City of Jacksonville provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care, parking, and transit expenses; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships. Please visit the Employee Benefits website for details on all the plans we offer.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

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Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future?

• Yes
• No

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This is a part-time position. Are you interested in working part-time?

• Yes, I am interested in working part-time.
• Yes, I am interested in working part-time or full-time.
• I am interested in full-time employment only.

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This position pays $16.07 per hour. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position at this hourly rate?

• Yes
• No

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Are you bondable? Selecting 'yes' means your record is clean enough to pass a bonding company's background check. Bonding is a type of insurance that protects an employer against dishonest employees. It covers the organization against stealing, forgery, embezzlement or larceny.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to speak, read and write English?

• Yes
• No

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Public or private parking industry experience is preferred. Do you have this experience?

• Yes
• No

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Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience.
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Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience.
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Do you have a valid motor vehicle operator license that is not under suspension/revocation or restricted under any pending or current citations/court proceedings? Please indicate which license you possess.

• FL Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)
• FL Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL)
• FL Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL)
• FL Class E Driver License
• GA Standard Driver's License
• GA Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• GA Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• GA Class C Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• License from another State.
• Learner Permit
• My license is currently invalid.
• I do not possess any type of Driver's License.

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If you have a State of FL license, does your license currently have one or more of these restrictions?

• C or 1 - Business Purpose Only
• D or H - Employment Purposes
• P or 2 - Probation Interlock Device
• S or I - Other Restriction
• Two or more of these restrictions.
• I have an out of state license.
• None of the above.

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Have you been cited for more than three (3) moving violations, or two (2) at fault accidents within the past 12 months from current date?

• Yes
• No

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Have you been considered a "Habitual Traffic Offender" (HTO) within the past 12 months from current date?

• Yes
• No

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Have you been convicted of Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) in any state during the last 36 months from current date?

• Yes
• No

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I consent to the City of Jacksonville using the driver's license information I have provided to access a driver's license report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. I understand if one was accessed with relation to this application, a copy will be provided to me upon request.

• Yes, the City of Jacksonville has my consent to check my driver's license.
• No, I do not wish to give consent to the City of Jacksonville to check my driver's license.
• I do not possess a valid driver's license.

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Provide your full Driver's License or Identification number. For out of state license, please include the state. PLEASE NOTE: Florida driver's license numbers are changing. Provide your most recently issued number. If a correct number is not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.
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If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you don't live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS.Please download the forms at http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference

• Yes, I am claiming veterans preference and I understand that I MUST download the appropriate form and attach it to my application.
• No, I am not claiming veterans preference and this does not apply to me.

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